Depression Help Online
As I posted in my last blog, I believe that online support groups can be a real boon to someone with depression who is seeking peer support. They, by their very nature, overcome some of the barriers that keep people from seeking peer support offline, in the real world. However, there are still some barriers to overcome and caveats to keep in mind when using online support forums.
Privacy Issues
We have an expectation of privacy in a face-to-face support group. This is generally justified, and it...
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Recognizing Good Depression Support Resources Online
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Online Virtual Therapy for Treating Depression
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The Pro's of Joining an Online Depression Support Group
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Positive emotions help build resistance to stress, depression
People who experience positive emotions may be building their resistance to hard times, researchers say. The study in North Carolina suggests that... Read more »
Program may help teens with high depression risk
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