depression
It is not just a matter of feeling sad; discover an honest view of the mental, emotional and physical toll of clinical depression.
The Best Friend of My Dreams Who Got Away
I met Nicole, the most treasured friend I have ever had in my life, at the Ronald McDonald House in Rochester, Minnesota while Nicole and I were admitted at the Mayo Clinic during the cold winter of February 2013. During those cold days she warmed my heart instantly when she approached me after our dinner had finished at the Ronald McDonald House. She broke the ice by saying “Hey, you just seem very nice and normal compared to a few here, and I’d like to get to know you.” I got that feeling you get when you feel like you’ve known that person forever instantaneously. Nicole asked me, “Do you know what POTS is?” which was her diagnosis, and for some reason, my mind went to pots and pans. Later that night when we went to our respective rooms with our parents and family, we continued to chat over text about our chronic health problems and how we dealt with them. I turned 18 during the 2 weeks our times overlapped at the Mayo Clinic; so, we were just 17 to 18-year-old teenagers who immediately had a crush on each other. We formed such a strong bond as best friends throughout our experience at Mayo’s that carried over into a complicated but beautiful friendship. Throughout the years, we did keep in touch and converse about our health battles and how we dreamed to overcome them.
By Eamon Janfadaabout a month ago in Psyche
The Call You Don’t Remember Making. AI-Generated.
The phone rang at 3:11 a.m. Not a notification. Not an alarm. A real call. Omar stared at the screen through half-closed eyes. Unknown Number. He almost ignored it—almost—but something about the timing felt deliberate, like the call had waited for him to wake up before ringing.
By shakir hamidabout a month ago in Psyche
Do We Ever Really Heal, or Just Learn to Hide It?
No one tells you this, but healing is rarely loud or dramatic. It does not arrive with a clear ending, a final conversation, or a moment where everything suddenly makes sense. Most days, it looks like waking up tired, pretending you are fine, and carrying memories you no longer talk about. Maybe that is not healing at all. Maybe it is just survival wearing a calmer face.
By Salman Writesabout a month ago in Psyche
The Labyrinth of the Heart: Understanding the Female Psychology in Extramarital Affairs
In the complex tapestry of human relationships, extramarital affairs remain one of the most misunderstood and judged phenomena. While society often views these connections through a lens of morality, there is a profound psychological landscape beneath the surface—particularly for women.
By Elena Vance about a month ago in Psyche
When Life Gets Too Much
"Each one of us has lived through some devastation, some loneliness, some weather superstorm or spiritual superstorm; when we look at each other, we must say, I understand. I understand how you feel because I have been there myself. We must support each other and empathize with each other because each of us is more alike than we are unalike."
By Elizabeth Woodsabout a month ago in Psyche
What Steps Do I Take to Start With a Ketamine-Assisted Therapy Consultation?. AI-Generated.
Starting a new mental health treatment can feel intimidating especially when it involves something unfamiliar. Most people who explore ketamine-based care aren’t chasing a trend, they’re usually seeking relief after other approaches didn’t fully work. If you’re curious but cautious, that’s a healthy place to begin.
By Adrienne D. Mullinsabout a month ago in Psyche
What Role Does Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Play in Depression Care?. AI-Generated.
Depression doesn’t always respond to the paths that once worked. For some people, medication dulls symptoms without touching the core pain. For others, talk therapy brings insight but not relief. When progress stalls, it can feel discouraging like doing everything “right” without moving forward. In recent years, a different therapeutic approach has drawn attention for how it opens emotional access, especially when other options fall short.
By Adrienne D. Mullinsabout a month ago in Psyche
