PLEASE don’t tell me to “Cheer up”. And no, “just think positive thoughts” isn’t going to work either. These are just a few examples of why I wish depression was called something else. Most people don’t realize that there’s more to depression than just sadness and crying. It’s a hell of a lot more. These […]
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Spoons
The first time I ever heard of the spoon theory was when I was in specialty pharmacy. The company that I worked for gave a presentation to help us understand the struggles and limitations that those with chronic health conditions experience. The deeper they got into this theory, the more I wanted to yell, “I […]
The 10-Step Depression Relief Workbook
Medication and therapy are often used in conjunction to treat depression. Just as there are numerous types of medications, therapy also comes in different forms. The book, “The 10-Step Depression Relief Workbook” describes how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be a useful tool in the fight against depression. I had the pleasure of speaking […]
“Woman killed when 12 year old lands on her SUV in suicide attempt off overpass”
This was the headline of an article posted on Facebook by WPXI news in Pittsburgh. (Link here https://www.facebook.com/wpxi/posts/10154925399146615 ) How many of you immediately said, “Why would a 12 year old want to kill himself?” Congratulations, you are part of the stigma we’re trying to fight. Sorry to sound harsh, but it’s true. But you aren’t […]
Teens 4 Teens
One of the benefits of having a blog is getting to meet other people who are making a difference in the world of mental health. The group, “Teens4Teens”, is one that may literally be saving lives. Life can be very difficult at times, especially when you’re a teenager. If you are a teen (or know […]
My Hidden Costs of Depression
Having depression can be expensive. Psychiatrists, therapists and medication costs are just the beginning for me. LATE FEES Damn you credit cards. Whether I’m running a balance or planning to pay it off in full, I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve been late with a payment. Not because I don’t have […]
The Pharmacist on Mental Health 