Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Use these resources from our experts to increase awareness about mental illness and help erase the social stigma that prevents many people from asking for help.

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Seven Ways to Boost Your Mood and Relieve Depression
Improve your mental health with these seven physical strategies for combating depression.

Children and Teen's Mental Health

Children's Mental Health Awareness Week
Learn why this week is dedicated to increasing public awareness of the mental health issues of children.
Mood Disorders in Young People: Should You Medicate?
Do antidepressants cause suicidal ideation in children and teens? Dr. Cynthia Haines weighs in on the debate.
Diagnosing Kids with Bipolar
Is your child exhibiting symptoms of mental illness or just being a kid?

From Our Experts

Relationships: When Love Is Not Enough
"How do you make a relationship work when you or your partner suffers from depression?" asks Merely Me.
Looking for a Job When You Are Depressed
"Looking for a new job is a full-time job in itself," explains Deborah Gray. "Use the following helpful tips to get started."
Telling Others You Have Bipolar
Marcia Purse explores the pros and cons of sharing a bipolar disorder diagnosis with the people around you.

Quiz

Depression & Suicide

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There are many misconceptions about depression and suicide. Take this short quiz to learn the facts behind the myths and what to do if you have a friend in need.

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Ask the Psychologist

What Triggers Anxiety?
Psychologist Jerry Kennard answers readers' questions on such topics as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder.

Depression Basics

Depression Symptoms
Take charge and become an active participant in maintaining your mental health. Learn more about the symptoms of depression by reading our guides.
Top 10 Depression Myths
Expert patient Deborah Gray identifies the most common myths about depression and explains the real story.
10 Tips to Keep You Sane When Your Partner is Depressed
Having a partner who's depressed can be frustrating and lonely. Deborah Grey shares 10 strategies for taking care of yourself when you're already taking care of someone else.

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