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Is It Sadness or Depression? Understand the Difference With Our Checklist
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Sadness vs Depression Clinical Depression Mental Health Depression Symptoms We all have days when the weight of the world feels a little heavier. Maybe you’re feeling down after a disappointment, grieving a loss, or simply exhausted by life’s demands. But when does normal sadness cross the line into something more serious? And how do…
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ADHD in Therapy: 5 Critical Reasons Every Therapist Must Recognize It
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I recall being a psychiatrist in the early 2000s; ADHD in therapy was just beginning to enter clinical conversations. Some psychiatrists rejected the idea of neurodiversity, while others saw an opportunity to move toward something clinically important. Over time, more mental health professionals recognized how ADHD symptoms can profoundly shape treatment outcomes. Today, recognizing…
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Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail: The Mental Health Connection Most People Miss
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Every January, you promise yourself this will be the year. You may think: This time, I’ll finally lose the weight, cut back on drinking, stop feeling so anxious, or fix that relationship I’ve been neglecting. You may make it through January, but the failure rate for many New Year’s resolutions hovers around 80%.…
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GoodTherapy Member Spotlight: Dr. LaNail Plummer
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With Black History Month in February and Women’s Health Month in March both fast approaching, our latest Member Spotlight series guest was the perfect choice. Dr. LaNail Plummer, a licensed therapist and author of The Essential Guide for Counseling Black Women, brings deep insight into the therapeutic process. This series highlights therapists who are…
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GoodTherapy Member Spotlight: Dr. LaNail Plummer
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With Black History Month in February and Women’s Health Month in March both fast approaching, our latest Member Spotlight series guest was the perfect choice. Dr. LaNail Plummer, a licensed therapist and author of The Essential Guide for Counseling Black Women, brings deep insight into the therapeutic process. This series highlights therapists who are…
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Your Anxiety Isn’t Random: How to Read Anxiety as a Signal
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Anxiety is one of the most common human experiences and one of the most misunderstood. Most people hope therapy will help them get rid of anxiety. But what if anxiety as a signal isn’t simply a problem to eliminate, but a meaningful message that something in your life, body, or relationships needs attention, comfort,…