by Depression Alliance Staff | Mar 11, 2019 | Overall Information, Psychiatry & Medication
As the name suggests, treatment resistant depression is a form of depression that doesn’t respond well to “traditional” depression treatments such as psychotherapy and medication. You can imagine how frustrating and demoralizing it can be (for both...
by Depression Alliance Staff | Feb 26, 2019 | Exercise, Holistic & Alternative Approaches, Uncategorized
For decades, the relationship between exercise and mental health has been a hot topic for clinicians and researchers. Nowadays, we know for a fact that regular physical activity is one of the leading factors contributing to robust physical and mental health. But, even...
by Depression Alliance Staff | Feb 19, 2019 | Personal & Professional Development, Personal Development, Professional Development & Career Coaching, Uncategorized
For those of us who are dealing with emotional problems, watching a mental health podcast can be surprisingly helpful. From providing useful tips to reducing the stigma attached to mental illness, podcasts are a valuable resource for people who might not be able to...
by Depression Alliance Staff | Feb 12, 2019 | Ketamine & Psychedelic Therapy, MDMA-assisted Therapy, Uncategorized
Through the years MDMA assisted therapy has been, and still is, a controversial approach to treating post-traumatic stress disorder. Considering that MDMA is classified as a Schedule 1 drug, many experts are somewhat reluctant to use this substance for therapeutic...
by Depression Alliance Staff | Feb 11, 2019 | Featured, Ketamine & Psychedelic Therapy, Psilocybin-assisted Therapy
What if we were to tell you that psilocybin, the active ingredient in an illegal drug called magic mushrooms, could be used to treat psychiatric disorders? Research is showing that this magical chemical compound may help to rewire the brain. Clinical trials have shown...
