Matthew
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“Inside Out” Looks Inside Depression
Pixar’s new movie isn’t kid stuff. By personifying emotions, it shows how sadness can spiral into depression.
Matthew
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Matthew
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Matthew
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Speaking Up is the First Step to Overcoming Depression
When Matthew went away to college, people thought he was lazy for not wanting to get out of bed. But the truth is, he was dying inside.
AJ
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What it Feels Like to Cry Happy Tears
As someone who has been fighting depression for the majority of my life, expressing positive emotions feels new... and pretty great.
AJ
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What I Learned About Money and Mental Health
I know I’m not the only one who has struggled with money while also dealing with depression and anxiety, so I’m sharing how I was able to gain control.
AJ
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Busting Myths About Self-Harm
Self-harm doesn’t equal suicidal. AJ shares why she cut herself and how you can help someone break the habit.
Emma
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The Happy Box
Emma knew her mom would be getting depressed during the holidays this year, so she made her a present that would warm her heart and help her through her pain. That's how the Happy Box was born.
AJ
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Anxiety & Depression: A Dangerous Love Affair
About six months ago that AJ discovered that she has both anxiety and depression. Since then, her mental health has become easier to understand in general.
Vibrant Communications
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How Calling the Lifeline Saved My Life
One particular night, YM Blogger Heather wanted to take her own life. Instead, she called the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Here's what happened next.
Kristin
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SAD is More Than the Winter Blues
This time of year is hard for a lot of people for lots of reasons. There is the stress of the holidays. There are the challenges of coping with family. For many people this time of year is tough because of fewer daylight hours and less exposure to the sun in general. This lack of light in the winter season sometimes causes people to have symptoms of depression. We can write these feelings off [...]
Chris
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Don’t Be Your Own Worst Enemy
I can’t tell you how often I used to tell myself that I couldn’t do something. No one else was telling me this, I just had no confidence myself. I couldn't see that my greatest enemy was me.