depression

Treating yourself kindly isn’t always easy. Whether you’re beating yourself up for your mistakes, brushing off your accomplishments, or holding the bar way too high, regular self-criticism can leave you wondering: Why am I so hard on myself? Maybe the question even came from a loved one or therapist who…

Most people know of Adderall as a popular medication for ADHD, but Wellbutrin is another lesser-known, off-label option. If you’re curious about this nonstimulant option, or if your provider suggested it, you probably have questions about how it stacks up against the first-line treatment. Here, we’ll look at how they…

It seems like everyone’s talking about their SSRI dosage these days. You’ve probably seen the memes asking “What dose of Lexapro is this?” when someone seems unexpectedly calm. Or maybe you caught the viral clip of comedian Matt Rogers saying that he takes five milligrams of Lexapro—and that people regularly…

If you recently started taking Wellbutrin (bupropion), you might be wondering when you’ll start feeling like yourself again. Is that flicker of energy the medication or just a good morning? Is jitteriness a bad sign, or just your body adjusting? When you’re eager to feel better, it can be tempting…

Whether you’re currently on an SSRI or considering starting one, there’s one question that comes up a lot: Are antidepressants addictive? Perhaps you know someone who had a rough time coming off of their medication or you’ve heard alarming claims from politicians. Either way, it’s important to reiterate that antidepressants…

As a licensed mental health counselor at Thriveworks, Jaclyn Bencivenga hears about anhedonia all the time—though most patients don’t mention it by name. “Even if they’ve never heard the term, many people come to me and talk about how nothing makes them feel good or happy anymore,” she says. If…

When a friend or family member says, “I’m feeling really depressed and alone” or “My anxiety is through the roof and it’s making life really hard,” knowing how to respond can feel overwhelming. This isn’t an easy situation, and you may need support yourself when a loved one is struggling….

Zoloft (sertraline) is an effective antidepressant for many people, but not everyone. If it’s not the right fit for you, that’s not a sign that treatment isn’t working or that you’ve failed. Finding the right medication is often part of the process. If you’re exploring Zoloft alternatives, this guide will…

You’re folding laundry, sitting in traffic, or halfway through a perfectly fine Tuesday—and suddenly you’re crying. Not because anything happened. Not because you’re particularly sad. You just… are. It’s disorienting. Maybe even a little embarrassing. And the harder you try to figure out what’s wrong, the more elusive the answer…

You finally start a medication that helps quiet your anxiety or makes it easier to get through the day and then notice your body doing things you didn’t expect. Maybe your appetite feels different. Maybe your jeans fit a little tighter. Suddenly, you’re wondering whether the medication that’s supporting your…

Think of the individual events in any memory as pieces of a puzzle. Some are clearly defined: It’s easy to spot which piece fits with another piece. Others may be foggy, disjointed, or annoyingly absent, so your brain has a hard time seeing the whole picture. When you can’t remember…

Anxiety can show up in more ways than one. Emotional symptoms like fear, worry, and irritability are common, but anxiety can get physical too: sweating, tremors, and a racing heart, to name a few. Taken together, anxiety can leave you overwhelmed and make it difficult to get through the day….