Many women get baby blues after childbirth. Mothers experience crying, mood swings, anxiety, exhaustion, and an overwhelming sense of despair. However, although baby blues is part of the depressive mood post-delivery, it does not represent the entire spectrum of...
Depression
How To Tell Your Parents or Loved Ones You’re Feeling Depressed
Suffering from depression is more common than most people think. These previously stigmatized feelings are incredibly relatable, especially for teenagers today. Teenagers are exposed to bad experiences that previous generations did not experience, like frequent school...
How to Recognize Depression in Students
Depression and depression-like symptoms have become increasingly prevalent in students of all ages, with a particular emphasis on teenagers and college students. With the influx of hormones, it can sometimes be challenging to differentiate between normal mood swings...
Helping a Friend Who Self-Harms: What You Need to Know
Self-harm is a challenging topic to discuss, but it is critically important to engage in a conversation when someone you love is at risk. If you are concerned about a friend who self-harms, it's essential to know how to recognize the warning signs and the steps you...
Treatment Program for Depression
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other mental health or substance abuse issues, New Dimensions can help. Our treatment programs for depression are designed to help you overcome your depression and develop the tools you need to successfully...
Recent Research Findings on Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a difficult mental health condition characterized by episodes of elevated or irritable mood, known as mania or hypomania, and episodes of depression. It is both a chronic and debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide....
Setting Healthy Boundaries With Social Media
Social media and technology in general can be incredibly addictive to the point where it feels like it’s dominating all aspects of a person's life. Fortunately, it's possible to reclaim that time by setting healthy boundaries. If you want to spend less time on your...
How Food Affects Mental Health
If someone were to ask us whether a healthy diet is good for our physical health, we would blurt “yes” without a moment’s hesitation. But if we twist the question just a tiny bit, and ask whether a healthy diet is good for our mood, we would require some time to...
Seasonal Affective Disorder and How to Minimize Its Impact
Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD, is a recurring depression disorder that begins in the fall or winter months. As soon as the weather begins to take a turn, some people will start to feel the effects of the change. The days ultimately become shorter, and...
The Relationship Between Chronic Pain and Depression
In the United States, roughly 50 million people suffer from chronic pain. Chronic pain can make even simple tasks difficult, causing people to spend hours or days in bed. However, there's more to chronic pain than just physical discomfort; it can also have a profound...