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Five Ways We Can Better Understand Our Mental Health Symptoms

My Brains Not Broken

A symptom of depression for one person might not exist for someone else, but both of these people could experience depression. On the flip side, researching depression and anxiety on my own terms has been one of the most helpful ways of understanding my diagnoses. Why would it be any different for mental health?

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Five Ways I Build Mental Wellness

My Brains Not Broken

After a decade-plus of living with depression and anxiety, I am proud of how I’ve learned to manage my mental health challenges. Yes, there is sitting in a room with a therapist, or on a Zoom call with a mental health professional; but therapy is so much more than that.

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Managing Self-Awareness and Mental Health

My Brains Not Broken

The common thread is that I’ve never been with one therapist long enough to making any long-term changes – until now. After months seeing the same therapist, I’ve been able to notice habits and patterns with how my anxiety/depression affect me and how I live my life.

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Autism, Anxiety, and Depression: What You Need to Know About Comorbidity

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Anxiety Anxiety may be the most common comorbidity for those with autism. Research indicates that up to 84% of autistic individuals also live with anxiety. Elevated levels of anxiety can exacerbate certain complications of autism , such as social withdrawal and repetitive behaviors. The reasons for this vary.

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Nurse Depression and Anxiety: Stopping the Mental Health Crisis

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According to a recent American Nurses Association survey , 30% of nurses — nearly one-third — said they are “not emotionally healthy” or “not at all emotionally healthy,” with an increasing number of nurses struggling with depression or anxiety. What causes nurse depression and anxiety?

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The Vulnerability of Sharing Your Story

My Brains Not Broken

I first started dealing with anxiety and depression when I was 19 years old (when I was in college). I couldn’t find a therapist who I could meet with more than one or two sessions. By the end of college (three years later), I’d found a treatment plan that seemed somewhat stable.

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Getting The Help We Need

My Brains Not Broken

I’ll be going on about my day, trying to get tasks done, and then feel a flash of anxiety. Getting an appointment with a therapist or other mental health professional is rarely as easy as it seems. This goes beyond life hacks, beyond easy tips and advice designed to “stop your depression.” I’d love that.