Tag: depression
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What We Need to Recognize About Mental Health Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast As someone who has never personally faced mental illness, my understanding of its complexities has evolved significantly over time. My perspective changed dramatically when I married my husband, Mark, nearly two decades ago. He has grappled with anxiety for most of his life—not just the occasional nervousness that many experience, but a…
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Navigating a Major Depression Relapse: My Journey to Survival
Get Pregnant Fast When faced with a severe depression relapse, it often feels like being thrust into a den of wolves—overwhelmed, battered, and painfully alone, even when surrounded by loved ones. I’ve battled with depression since childhood, so I recognize the warning signs, yet each time it resurfaces, the struggle remains just as daunting. I…
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Dear Daughter: I Want You to Understand My Depression Is Not Your Fault
Get Pregnant Fast Hello, my sweet child. How are you doing today? Oh, I can guess! You’re probably munching on some snack while watching your favorite show. Life must feel wonderful in your little world right now, and that makes me happy. However, I need to share something important with you. Life isn’t always filled…
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What I Want My Son to Learn About My Depression
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I grappled with the heavy burden of my mother’s depression that lingered long after my parents’ divorce. I often felt as though I was to blame, convinced that I could have done something to ease her pain. Now, as I navigate my own mental health challenges, I find myself…
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Understanding Depression: It’s Not a Choice
Get Pregnant Fast In a world full of misconceptions about mental health, one of the most damaging beliefs is that depression is a “choice.” This idea often comes from those who have never faced the depths of this struggle themselves, making them unreliable sources for understanding the complex nature of depression. Thankfully, comedian Max Thompson…
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21 Comments You Should Avoid Saying to Someone Battling Mental Health Issues
Get Pregnant Fast When I was younger, my mom had a saying she often repeated: “I carried you for nine months, so you can handle this one small thing for me.” The issue was, it was never just one small task. This phrase was a frequent reminder that I owed her, and no matter how…