A misconception about depression is that the person experiencing it must show obvious symptoms, like having a difficult time getting out of bed or struggling to work, go to school, or shower. This is “low functioning depression,” and refers to when depression gets in the way of every day functioning. Today we’re covering the signs and symptoms of high functioning depression, or dysthymia; a form of depression that allows for most every day functioning. We’ll talk about how to spot it, and tips for the future.
5 Tips For Mental Spring Cleaning
Spring is here!
And we couldn’t be more excited! Goodbye winter blues, and hello to open windows, blooming trees, and… spring cleaning! Every year we hear how cathartic and rejuvenating it is to clean our homes to kick of the season, but what about some emotional cleansing too? Keep reading to find out 5 helpful tips for mental health spring cleaning.
Am I The Problem In My Relationship?: How To Overcome Our Own Toxicity
Am I A Toxic Person? Take the quiz to find out.
How To Identify Toxic Relationships: 15 Warning Signs
Toxic relationships can be present in any of our relationships. Whether it be a family member, romantic partner, friend, or colleague. It’s equally important to be aware of how your relationships affect your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing as well as how you might affect the relationships around you.
We’ve compiled 15 warning signs that you might be in a toxic relationship. Some of these are sneakier to identify than others, which often leaves many of us unaware of our unhealthy relationships until later on. Do you have a relationship that includes any of these signs? Do you use any of these toxic behaviors? Read on to find out.