Category Archives for Depression
Understanding the Psychological Effects of Breast Cancer
Cancer has got to be one of the most terrifying words in the English language. Cancer used to be equated with almost certain death, and there’s a lot of residual fear in our society, despite major education
Continue readingPCOS and the Pursuit of Happiness
As a psychologist, people come to me for help in fixing their problems, chief among them unhappiness (depression) and the pursuit of happiness. I try to help as efficiently as possible, with all of the
Continue readingStarting a Gratitude Practice and Counting the Gifts of PCOS This Thanksgiving
As we approach Thanksgiving in America, there’s an increased focus on gratitude. Many of us will start gratitude countdown lists on FaceBook, or post our gratitude on Twitter or in pictures on Instagram.
Continue readingHumblebrag: I’ve joined the PCOS Challenge Health Advisory Board!
I’ve previously written about the importance of community support for women dealing with PCOS. This support can come from family and friends, as well as mental health professionals, medical professionals,
Continue readingThe Gift of Self-Forgiveness
You’ve fallen off the diet wagon. Again. Six months later and you’re still not pregnant. Two weeks have passed since you’ve set foot in that gym. If this were you, what would your reaction be? Inevitably,
Continue readingDealing with the Diagnosis of PCOS
Diagnosis of PCOS A diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), or any other chronic illness, changes your life. The formal diagnosis might have been preceded by years of battling with mysterious symptoms,
Continue readingAntidepressants: What are they, and how do they work?
PCOS and Antidepressants: If you struggle with depression or anxiety, you may have heard your psychologist (or a partner, or a particularly nosy friend) recommend taking antidepressant medication. But
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