depression
It is not just a matter of feeling sad; discover an honest view of the mental, emotional and physical toll of clinical depression.
All the Notes Were Blue
I never had to learn any other language except for music.'". It came: the sound of my mum’s slogging footsteps through the kitchen door, the noise of dad’s growling whistle after work, how the radio cracked open on Sunday morning. Almost everyone has their preferred music color, which includes bright reds and hopeful yellow hued notes to warm golden gems. The notes were all blue throughout my existence.
By Osman Ahmed5 months ago in Psyche
The Truth About Relationships and Depression
My phone lit up with another reminder: dinner tonight, a plan I had said “yes” to days earlier. Back then, I thought I’d be able to handle it. But now the weight of depression had settled into my body like lead. Even the thought of showering, getting dressed, and stepping outside felt impossible.
By Annie Edwards 5 months ago in Psyche
We Suffer More in Imagination than in Reality
Life is rarely as harsh as the stories we tell ourselves about it. The Roman philosopher Seneca once wrote, “We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.” These words, from his collection of letters known as Letters to Lucilius, carry timeless wisdom. They remind us that much of our pain does not come from the events themselves, but from the anxious rehearsals we perform in our minds.
By Zakir Ullah5 months ago in Psyche
Exploring Psychology and Psychoanalysis: My Research Journey. Content Warning.
My Journey in Psychology: From Research to Psychoanalysis and Digital Innovation My name is Daria Barabash — I am a psychologist, researcher, and founder of the project Mental Health db. My professional path combines academic psychology, psychoanalytic tradition, and modern technologies. In this article, I want to share my story — how I started, what knowledge and experience I have gained, and why today my work unites classic psychoanalytic ideas with innovative tools.
By Daria Barabash5 months ago in Psyche
My family thinks I am faking my mental disorders.
I often feel alone. There is an overwhelming distance between them and me, especially my parents. I feel like they don’t understand me. They don’t understand who I am, what I want in life, or what my struggles are.
By Tendresse NK5 months ago in Psyche
The Things Life Never Warned Me About
By Nadeem Shah Life has a strange way of teaching lessons we never signed up for. When I was younger, I imagined growing up would be a linear path—school, career, love, stability, and then happiness neatly tucked at the end. I had it all mapped out, confident that if I followed the rules, life would reward me.
By Nadeem Shah 5 months ago in Psyche
