Latest by Jerry Kennard, Ph.D.

One Woman’s Creative Way of Managing Her Bipolar Disorder
From felted soaps and jewelry making to walks in the woods with her husband, Heather Tobin manages her bipolar disorder with creativity and color.

These 4 Factors Can Predict Your Postpartum Depression
What if it was possible to predict whether your symptoms of depression would worsen during the first year after giving birth?

When Mental Health Professionals Offer Conflicting Advice
It’s important to work with a team of mental health professionals, but what happens when they say different things?

9 Things I Do Every Day to Beat Depression
From time in the woods to deep breathing to paying it forward, learn how Mental Health Editor Therese Borchard beats depression.

10 Lessons of Depression
Depression can be the teacher of invaluable lessons. Here are some from depression patient advocate Therese Borchard.

How to Get Emotional Support as a Man
Mental health advocate Mike Veny offers strategies to break through the stoic wall of male emotions and get the support you need.

Newlyweds Justin and Hailey Bieber Are Lonely and Depressed — And That’s Totally Normal
While Justin has said nothing about the trigger of his depression, experts say it’s not at all uncommon for newlyweds like the Biebers to experience depression or loneliness.

How to Manage Time With Depression
Depression is like a bad boss that can interfere with getting things done. Patient advocate Mike Veny shares practical tips to stay motivated and productive when depressed.

How Getting Over the Fear of Public Speaking Helped Me Get Over Other Fears
Patient advocate Mike Veny discusses tips to turn fear and anxiety into courage by sharing stories about how he has overcome his fears.

'Special K' — From Street Drug to FDA-Approved Depression Treatment
If antidepressants or therapy for depression haven't helped, a newly-approved option might. Esketamine (Spravato) is a fast-acting nasal spray.