Post-Vacation Depression Is Real: How to Recognize and Overcome It

There are many reasons to feel depressed, and one of the worst types of depression during this season is post-vacation depression. The excitement associated with going on vacation can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, so can the feeling of post-vacation depression. Although you really should be basking in the memories of your…

Summer Depression: 6 Signs You Suffer from It and How to Cope

Seasonal depression isn’t just about suffering in the wintertime. Summer depression is also a problem and can be just as debilitating. Seasonal depression disorder is known as the almost paralyzing feeling of depression which generally attacks during the fall/winter months. I know this condition well and struggle horribly just to…

7 Signs You Are Actually Pretending to Be Happy (and What to Do)

Some people aren’t as joyful as you think they are. Some of them are pretending to be happy and just going through the motions. I understand how easy it can be. I’ve pretended to be many things in my life, including a content individual. Although it’s clear now that I…

What Is Agitated Depression and What Are Its Symptoms and Treatment Options

Agitated depression falls under the umbrella of the depression diagnosis. It is a form of depression where the individual is often agitated, restless and angry often. In the past, it was known as “melancholia agitata” but is now referred to as “mixed mania” or “mixed features”. Agitated depression is often…

How to Find Your Child’s Temperament Type and Parent Them Accordingly

The temperament is a set of characteristics and qualities a person exhibits on a daily basis, starting with early childhood. How to find your child's temperament type and how will it help you parent them? There are seven major characteristics making up temperament in children: activity level, approachability, adaptability, mood,…

The Link Between Sleep Problems and Mental Illness, and How to Improve Your Sleep

If you’re suffering from sleep problems, here’s something you need to know. Mental illness can cause sleep disorders and vice versa. I was diagnosed with a mental illness at the age of 18, and afterward, I experienced my first sign of sleep problems. I didn’t realize that maybe these issues…

7 Habits That Give You a Higher Energy Boost Than a Cup of Coffee

Coffee is undoubtedly the most popular way to get an energy boost. However, there are some alternatives that you can try to stay active all day long. Did you know that over 50% of Americans over 18 years of age drink coffee every day, accounting for over 150 million daily drinkers?…