Bipolar Depression: What To Do
Know the facts about Depression and Bipolar Depression Bipolar depression is very common. Even pre-pandemic, Major Depression was one of the most common mental disorders in the United States. An estimated 19.4 million adults in the United States had at least one major depressive episode. This number represented 7.8% of all U.S. adults. In addition, […]
Staying Sane In The City With Mental Health Issues
Staying Sane In The City With Mental Illness Staying sane in the city isn’t easy when you have mental health issues. I love New York. I grew up in the city and reside here now. I have spent many happy days ( and nights) running around this magnificent city, but this city is also a […]
Dating With Mental Health Issues…
Dating With Mental Health Issues: What To Do And Say Dating with mental health issues has its own challenges. If you are single and brave enough to forge the dating world, I salute you. Dating is difficult — full stop. The constant mismatching, rejection, self-doubt, and disappointment can be enough to deter the strongest of […]
Accepting Bipolar: 4 Tips To Living With It
Accepting Bipolar Disorder Is The First Step To Living With It Accepting bipolar mental illness can be a long process. It’s a common diagnosis and like any disability, learning to live with it and thrive takes skill. The stigma of having a mental illness is the first hurdle to overcome. How will people see me? […]
My kid is Bipolar–Now What
My Kid Is Bipolar: A Short Guide for Parents of Adult Children My kid is bipolar. This is a frightening diagnosis to get, so I am addressing those parents whose young adult and adult children have already been diagnosed with Bipolar. Do not use this article to diagnose your child. I am not a doctor. […]
Can Your Cat Tell If You Are Depressed?
Despite their aloof reputations, cats can tell when you’re depressed. I think. Ever find yourself heartbroken sitting on your couch with a wad of tissues, nothing to watch on Netflix, and when all seems of total despair– your kitty comes up and snuggles you at just the right moment? So, can your cat tell if […]