How will having an abortion impact my mental health?
Mental Health Reproductive Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: While it is perfectly natural to experience some mixed emotions and even some sadness and anxiety after having an abortion, the research shows that the vast majority of people who get abortions feel satisfied with their decision and do not regret the choice. The best data we have on this issue is from something …
Recientemente compartimos publicaciones sobre la salud mental y la depresión.
Health & Wellness Mental Health Posts en Español
Heidi Schutz, PhD
Publicación 1 Publicación 2 La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue creada por Pictonline @pictoline que muestra unas formas de acercarse a una persona que vive con depresión. La gráfica no fue creada por Querida Pandemia. Puede haber algunas inconsistencias en esta gráfica, las cuales hemos aclarado previamente. Para cualquier pregunta adicional sobre esta gráfica, por …
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or …
Do weighted blankets help me sleep better?
Health & Wellness Mental Health
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR: Yes, weighted blankets can be a helpful part of improving your sleep and psychological health. THIS POST IS UPDATED with results from a recent experimental study showing that weighted blankets increase the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin. And don’t forget to pay attention to other factors that may be interfering with your sleep: schedule, …
What is PMDD, and what should I do if I think I have it?
Mental Health Reproductive Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a serious mood condition. Symptoms often appear in the time between ovulation and menstruation. If you think you have PMDD, speak to your clinician about medicine and lifestyle changes. What is PMDD and what are the main symptoms? PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a condition that results in severe …
El alcohol y su salud.
Health & Wellness Mental Health Posts en Español
Heidi Schutz, PhD
En esta publicación pasada discutimos las causas del aumento del consumo de alcohol, y estrategias para reducirlo. Publicación aquí La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue publicada por los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de EE.UU. (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés) @ CDCespanol y cubre información sobre el consumo de alcohol …
How can I help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes …
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called …
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
A: While it is perfectly natural to experience some mixed emotions and even some sadness and anxiety after having an abortion, the research shows that the vast majority of people who get abortions feel satisfied with their decision and do not regret the choice. The best data we have on this issue is from something …
Recientemente compartimos publicaciones sobre la salud mental y la depresión.
Health & Wellness Mental Health Posts en EspañolHeidi Schutz, PhD
Publicación 1 Publicación 2 La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue creada por Pictonline @pictoline que muestra unas formas de acercarse a una persona que vive con depresión. La gráfica no fue creada por Querida Pandemia. Puede haber algunas inconsistencias en esta gráfica, las cuales hemos aclarado previamente. Para cualquier pregunta adicional sobre esta gráfica, por …
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or …
Do weighted blankets help me sleep better?
Health & Wellness Mental Health
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR: Yes, weighted blankets can be a helpful part of improving your sleep and psychological health. THIS POST IS UPDATED with results from a recent experimental study showing that weighted blankets increase the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin. And don’t forget to pay attention to other factors that may be interfering with your sleep: schedule, …
What is PMDD, and what should I do if I think I have it?
Mental Health Reproductive Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a serious mood condition. Symptoms often appear in the time between ovulation and menstruation. If you think you have PMDD, speak to your clinician about medicine and lifestyle changes. What is PMDD and what are the main symptoms? PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a condition that results in severe …
El alcohol y su salud.
Health & Wellness Mental Health Posts en Español
Heidi Schutz, PhD
En esta publicación pasada discutimos las causas del aumento del consumo de alcohol, y estrategias para reducirlo. Publicación aquí La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue publicada por los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de EE.UU. (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés) @ CDCespanol y cubre información sobre el consumo de alcohol …
How can I help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes …
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called …
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
Publicación 1 Publicación 2 La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue creada por Pictonline @pictoline que muestra unas formas de acercarse a una persona que vive con depresión. La gráfica no fue creada por Querida Pandemia. Puede haber algunas inconsistencias en esta gráfica, las cuales hemos aclarado previamente. Para cualquier pregunta adicional sobre esta gráfica, por …
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental HealthAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or …
Do weighted blankets help me sleep better?
Health & Wellness Mental Health
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR: Yes, weighted blankets can be a helpful part of improving your sleep and psychological health. THIS POST IS UPDATED with results from a recent experimental study showing that weighted blankets increase the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin. And don’t forget to pay attention to other factors that may be interfering with your sleep: schedule, …
What is PMDD, and what should I do if I think I have it?
Mental Health Reproductive Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a serious mood condition. Symptoms often appear in the time between ovulation and menstruation. If you think you have PMDD, speak to your clinician about medicine and lifestyle changes. What is PMDD and what are the main symptoms? PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a condition that results in severe …
El alcohol y su salud.
Health & Wellness Mental Health Posts en Español
Heidi Schutz, PhD
En esta publicación pasada discutimos las causas del aumento del consumo de alcohol, y estrategias para reducirlo. Publicación aquí La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue publicada por los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de EE.UU. (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés) @ CDCespanol y cubre información sobre el consumo de alcohol …
How can I help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes …
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called …
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or …
Do weighted blankets help me sleep better?
Health & Wellness Mental HealthLauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR: Yes, weighted blankets can be a helpful part of improving your sleep and psychological health. THIS POST IS UPDATED with results from a recent experimental study showing that weighted blankets increase the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin. And don’t forget to pay attention to other factors that may be interfering with your sleep: schedule, …
What is PMDD, and what should I do if I think I have it?
Mental Health Reproductive Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a serious mood condition. Symptoms often appear in the time between ovulation and menstruation. If you think you have PMDD, speak to your clinician about medicine and lifestyle changes. What is PMDD and what are the main symptoms? PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a condition that results in severe …
El alcohol y su salud.
Health & Wellness Mental Health Posts en Español
Heidi Schutz, PhD
En esta publicación pasada discutimos las causas del aumento del consumo de alcohol, y estrategias para reducirlo. Publicación aquí La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue publicada por los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de EE.UU. (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés) @ CDCespanol y cubre información sobre el consumo de alcohol …
How can I help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes …
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called …
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
A: TL; DR: Yes, weighted blankets can be a helpful part of improving your sleep and psychological health. THIS POST IS UPDATED with results from a recent experimental study showing that weighted blankets increase the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin. And don’t forget to pay attention to other factors that may be interfering with your sleep: schedule, …
What is PMDD, and what should I do if I think I have it?
Mental Health Reproductive HealthSara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a serious mood condition. Symptoms often appear in the time between ovulation and menstruation. If you think you have PMDD, speak to your clinician about medicine and lifestyle changes. What is PMDD and what are the main symptoms? PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a condition that results in severe …
El alcohol y su salud.
Health & Wellness Mental Health Posts en Español
Heidi Schutz, PhD
En esta publicación pasada discutimos las causas del aumento del consumo de alcohol, y estrategias para reducirlo. Publicación aquí La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue publicada por los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de EE.UU. (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés) @ CDCespanol y cubre información sobre el consumo de alcohol …
How can I help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes …
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called …
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
A: PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a serious mood condition. Symptoms often appear in the time between ovulation and menstruation. If you think you have PMDD, speak to your clinician about medicine and lifestyle changes. What is PMDD and what are the main symptoms? PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is a condition that results in severe …
El alcohol y su salud.
Health & Wellness Mental Health Posts en EspañolHeidi Schutz, PhD
En esta publicación pasada discutimos las causas del aumento del consumo de alcohol, y estrategias para reducirlo. Publicación aquí La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue publicada por los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de EE.UU. (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés) @ CDCespanol y cubre información sobre el consumo de alcohol …
How can I help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes …
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called …
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
En esta publicación pasada discutimos las causas del aumento del consumo de alcohol, y estrategias para reducirlo. Publicación aquí La gráfica que compartimos hoy fue publicada por los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de EE.UU. (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés) @ CDCespanol y cubre información sobre el consumo de alcohol …
How can I help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health?
Mental HealthAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes …
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called …
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes …
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental HealthAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called …
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called …
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en EspañolAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo …
Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Mental HealthAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
I notice I am feeling a little more down or blue at this time of the year. What should I do? It’s that time of the year again when the light changes…and you start to feel just a little blue. 💧 It isn’t just you. Almost 20-40% of adults experience something called seasonal affective disorder …
