SAD vs. Depression: What Is the Difference?
Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a form of depression with a recurring seasonal pattern. Major depressive disorder can occur at any time of…
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Why Seasonal Celebrations Can Trigger Anxiety
Seasonal celebrations can trigger anxiety because they combine social expectations, disrupted routines, financial pressure, grief, sensory overload…
How to Support a Loved One With Anxiety, Depression or Other Mental Health Challenges
Supporting a loved one with anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges can be both rewarding and difficult. This article provides practical…
Student Athlete Mental Health: Recognizing Anxiety, Burnout and Performance Pressure
Student athletes face unique pressures related to competition, academics, recruiting, injuries and performance expectations. While some stress is a…
When Should You Seek Mental Health Support for Your Child or Teen?
This blog helps parents understand when it’s time to seek mental health support for children and teens. While mood changes and behavioral shifts are a…
How to build a Summer Routine for Kids (That Actually Works)
Summer break brings more flexibility, but without some structure it can also impact kids’ mood, behavior and overall mental health. A simple, flexible…
Signs of Anxiety in Teens (and How It Can Show Up in Summer)
Anxiety in teens doesn’t always look the way you expect. It can show up as irritability, withdrawal or physical symptoms. During summer, these signs…
How to Support Your Child’s Mental Health During Summer Break
Summer break can bring a welcome sense of freedom, but for many kids and teens, it can also affect mood, behavior and overall mental health. Changes…
Bipolar I vs. Bipolar II: What’s the Difference?
Bipolar disorder I and II are mood disorders that can significantly impact a person’s life. The primary symptoms associated with bipolar I and II…
Bipolar Disorder Treatment: What I Share With My Patients
Here’s what I tell my patients with bipolar disorder: Treatment will make a huge difference in your life, but it will not make all of your problems go…
Warning Signs of Bipolar Disorder: Identifying Mania, Hypomania and Depression
Bipolar disorder may still carry a negative stigma. But many people with this condition are able to live long, meaningful and rewarding lives. Maddy…
Autism and Mental Health: Signs of Anxiety and Depression in Teens and Adults
Teens and adults with autism may experience a range of mental health challenges, including feeling emotionally overwhelmed, burnt out, anxious and…
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Postpartum Rage: Why New Moms Are Dealing With Unexpected Anger
After giving birth, women may experience postpartum rage: intense emotions of anger or frustration. Women may experience rage on its own or along with…
Is Mental Health Residential Treatment Right for Your Teen?
Mental health residential treatment offers 24/7, live-in care for teens with anxiety, depression, OCD and trauma-related disorders. Treatment includes…
Does What You Eat Impact Mental Health? A Dietitian Explains
Nutritional psychiatry looks at how food, nutrients and the gut microbiome affect brain health and emotional well-being. As a dietitian with over 20…
OCD Statistics: Latest Facts on Age, Gender, ADHD, Depression and More
New: Many people casually refer to having obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), but true OCD affects only about 2.3% of the population. In this blog, I…
Thinking About TMS? Here’s What I Tell My Patients
TMS is a noninvasive, research-backed treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD. With nearly 40% of patients seeing significant symptom relief,…
Our List of Must-Read Mental Health Books for Supporting a Loved One
Support starts with understanding. This list of recommended mental health books has been curated by the experts at Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center,…
How Does Cyberbullying Affect Mental Health?
Online bullying doesn’t stop when the screen turns off — it can have lasting effects on mental health. Nearly 46% of U.S. teens have experienced…
7 Signs of High-Functioning Anxiety | Is Anxiety Affecting You?
High-functioning anxiety allows individuals to excel in their personal and professional lives while battling persistent worry, overthinking,…
Parenting Through Eating Disorder Recovery: Advice from Those Who’ve Been There
Supporting a loved one through eating disorder recovery can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. In this special Q&A episode, we…
11 Ways to Support a Child or Teen With Their Mental Health
If your child or teen is struggling with a mental health issue, find 11 ways to support them here.
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Be the Light: Suicide Awareness and Prevention
This story depicts one family’s experience with suicide, with insights from our experts on suicide awareness and prevention.
Exposure Therapy for OCD: How Does ERP Work?
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) is a gold-standard therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). This guide explains how ERP works, why it’s…
Understanding Mood Disorders in Children and Teens
Learn the signs and symptoms of mood disorders in teens and adolescents, including depression, bipolar disorder and more.
Secure Attachment: What It Is and Why It Matters
Discover the four types of attachment, including how to cultivate secure attachment for yourself and loved ones.
Feeling Stuck? How to Ask for Mental Health Support
How do you know if it’s time to seek mental health treatment? Learn more about these signs and how to ask for help.
4 Ways Families Can Support College Students Home for the Holidays
As college students head home for the holidays, these practical tips can help families and loved ones know how to support their mental health this…
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