I remember the first time a client asked me, “Can depression make you angry?” It caught me off guard—not because I didn’t know the answer, but because it’s a question we don’t talk about enough. Depression often gets painted as quiet sadness or emotional withdrawal,...
When I was in my early twenties, I had a friend—let’s call her Maria—who seemed to radiate energy and optimism. Then, almost overnight, she started withdrawing, barely leaving her apartment. I remember asking, “Why don’t you just get up and push through it?” What I...
I used to think forgetting where I put my keys or spacing out during conversations was just part of being busy. But when it started happening more often with things that mattered, I couldn’t ignore it anymore. If you’ve ever felt like your memory...
Have you ever felt like your world is closing in, weighed down by sadness and fear you can’t explain? Or maybe someone you care about seems stuck in a storm of guilt or paranoia that just doesn’t make sense. These experiences might be more than depression. They might...
Walking depression may not fit the typical picture of depression that many of us know; it often hides in plain sight. People living with walking depression go about their daily routines, keeping up with work and home life. But, inside, they may be facing deep feelings...
Have you ever thought about how those hours in front of the screen might influence your mood or mental health? I’ve noticed how gaming impacts my friends and family in different ways. It’s interesting to see the mix of emotions that come with playing video...
