A recent Forbes article explores the differences between holiday stress, holiday blues and depression and what you can do to contend with them. While the December holiday season is typically a joyful time of the year, it can also be a period of considerable stress over gift-giving, travel and visitors, workloads and a host of other related… Continue reading Is It Holiday Stress Or Symptoms Of Depression?
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Sarah Hyland Talks About Depression That Came From Chronic Illness
The Modern Family star suffers from kidney dysplasia, and she’s been battling it alongside the depression that comes with it. Sarah Hyland, who plays Haley Dunphy on Modern Family, has gone through serious trials and tribulations with her health. Now she’s talking to Self about how she’s been battling the depression that can come with… Continue reading Sarah Hyland Talks About Depression That Came From Chronic Illness
Ellen DeGeneres Reveals Depression Struggle
The week of the release of her new Netflix stand-up special, Relatable, Ellen DeGeneres is speaking openly about her struggles with depression. The talk show host and comedienne told USA Today that she was depressed and felt alienated after she famously came out of the closet, and she fought back against it through “meditation and… Continue reading Ellen DeGeneres Reveals Depression Struggle
Can Pet Ownership Alleviate Depression Symptoms?
A new study examined the impact of pet ownership on people with treatment-resistant depression. It’s no secret that animals can bring people joy, but a new study indicates that adopting a pet could prove particularly beneficial for those with severe depression. The study, published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research, found that for those with… Continue reading Can Pet Ownership Alleviate Depression Symptoms?
Amanda Bynes Talks Being Four Years Sober, Reflects On Past Drug Use
Amanda Bynes credits her parents with helping her “get back on track” after her past issues with problematic drug use. Amanda Bynes is moving on from her past. The actress, now 32, was a popular target of the paparazzi during her twenties, racking up DUIs and a reputation for drug abuse and bizarre behavior. But… Continue reading Amanda Bynes Talks Being Four Years Sober, Reflects On Past Drug Use
Paramore's Hayley Williams Talks Mental Health, Social Media Break
Paramore’s Hayley Williams opened up about mental health in a candid Instagram post. Hayley Williams is taking a break from social media. The lead singer of Paramore announced Saturday that she will be focusing on her side project, Good Dye Young, a line of vegan and cruelty-free hair products, in lieu of posting on Instagram… Continue reading Paramore's Hayley Williams Talks Mental Health, Social Media Break
Modest Mouse On Medical Marijuana For Mental Health
“After taking the antidepressants, I started to realize cannabis was probably the better way to go,” Modest Mouse drummer Jeremiah Green says about his medical marijuana use. Some members of the band behind the album The Moon & Antarctica are turning to marijuana to help deal with anxiety. Jeremiah Green, the drummer of Modest Mouse, was… Continue reading Modest Mouse On Medical Marijuana For Mental Health
Ashley Tisdale Reveals Depression & Anxiety Struggles On New Album
“This is the first time I’m being super vulnerable. This is me sharing my journey through anxiety and depression.” Ashley Tisdale, who first broke through starring in High School Musical, is now confessing her years long battle with anxiety and depression in a new album, aptly titled Symptoms. Tisdale told People that with Symptoms, “This… Continue reading Ashley Tisdale Reveals Depression & Anxiety Struggles On New Album
Could Limiting Social Media Use Improve Your Mental Health?
A new study examined whether excessive use of social media contributed to feelings of depression and loneliness. The more time you spend scrolling through social media, the more likely you could be contributing to your own feelings of depression and loneliness. A new study from Penn State researchers has determined that social media use correlates… Continue reading Could Limiting Social Media Use Improve Your Mental Health?
Michelle Williams Talks Depression, Getting Treatment In New Interview
“For months, I was slipping and slipping and slipping [and] before you knew it I was at the bottom of the pit looking up.” This past spring, Michelle Williams reunited with Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland for a Destiny’s Child reunion at Coachella. Not long after, Williams checked into the hospital to deal with her depression.… Continue reading Michelle Williams Talks Depression, Getting Treatment In New Interview