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Depression Mental Health

Be Active to Better Your Mental Health

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy model that is known for getting people to change their thoughts in order to affect their feelings, freeing them up to reengage in the activities they used to enjoy. Research shows that the reverse is also true. Reengaging in these life activities can also positively impact our emotions. This means that changing our thoughts is important over the long term, but there are other things we can do to see immediate results.

Dr. Russ MorfittSeptember 27, 2021

Depression Mental Health

4 Reasons to Share Your Story Now

If you’ve been following the media at all the past month, you’ve probably heard about Demi Lovato and her openness about her struggles with depression, as she launched the Be Vocal campaign. It’s an important reminder about the power of sharing personal stories.

Dr. Russ MorfittJune 15, 2015

Depression Seasonal Mental Health Stress & Anxiety

Social Anxiety, Stress & Depression during the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year”

It’s officially here, the proverbial “most wonderful time of the year.” But for some, especially those living with social anxiety, this time of year may be anything but wonderful. Work parties, family gatherings, holiday travel, it can all get stressful in a hurry for a social anxiety sufferer

Dr. Russ MorfittDecember 17, 2014

Depression

The Overlap between Social Anxiety & Depression

One of the challenges faced by individuals seeking treatment for mental health problems is that often times disorders like depression, social anxiety, and panic disorder don't travel alone - it is not uncommon for a person to experience not just depression or social anxiety but a combination of the two.

Dr. Russ MorfittSeptember 8, 2014

Depression Panic Stress & Anxiety

Unintended Consequences

Sometimes solutions can create new problems. I recently read that, after the Titanic sank in 1912 and cost the lives of over 1500 people, steps were taken to increase the safety of ships. The number of lifeboats required was increased dramatically. But sadly, as Edward Tenner suggests, the increase in lifeboats on the S.S.Eastland in 1915 made that ship more top-heavy contributing to it’s sinking a few weeks later in Chicago. Over 840 people perished as a result.

Dr. Russ MorfittApril 28, 2013