For millions of people, the shorter, darker days leading into winter also portend a darkening of their mood. Many have seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression typically beginning in ...

Sometimes those who suffer from clinical depression hide it enough that it doesn’t affect their work, friendships or casual relationships. If you only see friends every so often, you can choose to ...

The cold weather makes it harder for older people to get out, which can increase feelings of isolation and loneliness. Then, at age 60, she began psychotherapy she describes as “life-changing.” What ...

It’s not always possible to avoid depression triggers, but it can be managed. The uncertainty and stress associated with these changes can be overwhelming. Coping strategies include maintaining a ...

“I seem to get depressed about things more than my friends do. What can I do about it?” A patient recently asked me this question. At some point, everyone gets depressed — for instance, when a ...

When two individuals choose to form a marital union, their decision has enormous power—for better or for worse—over the quality of their lives. Their marriage can bring them infinite blessings or can ...

Retirement is often associated with feelings of joy, relaxation, and freedom, but research shows it can also be a challenging time emotionally. Many individuals who retire struggle with unexpected ...

Depression in young patients is associated with difficulty in taking action to avoid something unpleasant, while the ability to withdraw and not act remains intact, a study suggests. Ryan Tomm, PhD ...

Then, at age 60, she began psychotherapy she describes as “life-changing.” What made it so powerful, she told me, was that the therapist helped her let go of shame. “I’d be beating up on myself and ...