Mental Health Topics

Thanks to his incredibly brave and accurate digital diagnosis of The Incredible Hulk last month, John Snyder, Psy.D. Psychotherapy, has quickly become the Internet’s chief superhero psychologist. Even though he’s currently in hiding from Dr. Bruce Banner at Stark International world headquarters, Dr. John Snyder took a moment to diagnose Wonder…

We hear the terms “manic depression” and “bipolar disorder,” and we picture two different things: one, a depressed individual (hence, the word depression) who has trouble enjoying life, and two, an unpredictable person who experiences drastic mood swings and changes in behavior. We compartmentalize them as two different medical conditions….

Let me guess; you’re here because you love fast food. The bad news is that just by reading the words “fast food,” you may be already craving it. If that doesn’t do the trick, there are a couple of images below that should seal the deal. Most people love fast…

Some of us prioritize going to church every Sunday. Some only go on Easter and Christmas. And others don’t go at all. Some of us believe in one god. Some believe in several gods. And others don’t believe in any god. I could go on and on, but the point…

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter, responsible for communicating different signals between your nerve cells and your brain, which is produced in two main brain areas: the substantia nigra and the ventral tegmental area. Both of these brain areas are very thin and small, but the dopamine produced here is extremely important,…

Geodon (or ziprasidone) belongs to a group of drugs called atypical antipsychotics and is used to treat certain mental health disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This medication works by restoring chemical imbalances in the brain and, in turn, helping individuals think more clearly and positively. Use and Dosage…

We’re only three episodes into the 8th season of The Walking Dead, and for the second straight season, all any character or viewer can focus on is “Negan.” You know, the guy who wears the black leather jacket and red scarf. The guy who is so infuriatingly evil while being…

Jealousy is a lot of things, but fun is not one of them. In sum, it’s this negative energy that stems from a range of emotions like fear, rage, and humiliation. And despite how much it is hated and intentionally avoided, we’ve all felt the little devil take root: from…

I’m not trying to toot my own horn or anything, but I was always a star student. I paid attention in class, did the assigned reading each night, and went above and beyond on my projects. Needless to say, I made A/B honor roll every year (I even have the…

Effexor (or venlafaxine) belongs to a group of antidepressants called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). This medication works by fixing chemical imbalances in the brain and is typically used to treat major depressive disorder, anxiety and panic disorder. Furthermore, this drug may improve one’s mood, energy level, and…

I dated my ex-boyfriend for six years. We met at school and started going on little dates every weekend: eating dinner at our favorite chain restaurant, seeing a movie at the local theatre, spending time with the other’s family. And as our relationship progressed, so did the amount of time…

Celebrities develop mental illnesses and crack under the pressures of life just like the rest of us—which means sometimes they need a little help. The following eight celebrities, who have suffered from a wide variety of conditions and stresses, decided that it was time to talk to someone. And every…