Depression & Mood Archives

Apr 17, 2026

Perfectionism and depression share a relationship that high-achievers rarely see clearly — perfectionism doesn’t fuel depression...

Brad Brenner, Ph.D.

Apr 16, 2026

The weeks after a breakup blur together. You’re replaying conversations at 3 AM. You can’t focus...

Brad Brenner, Ph.D.

Apr 09, 2026

If you’ve searched for the 7 stages of grief, chances are you’re in the middle of...

Brad Brenner, Ph.D.

Apr 08, 2026

Anticipatory grief is the mourning that begins before a loss actually happens — and it’s a...

Brad Brenner, Ph.D.

Mar 23, 2026

When nothing feels enjoyable anymore — not the meal you used to love, not the friend...

Brad Brenner, Ph.D.

Mar 18, 2026

Spring depression is a recognized clinical pattern — not a personal failure to enjoy nice weather....

Keith Clemson, Ph.D.

Mar 06, 2026

Is This Just a Funk — Or Am I...

You’ve been off for a few weeks now — not devastated, not in crisis, just… flat....

Brad Brenner, Ph.D.

Mar 04, 2026

If you’ve been asking yourself “why do I feel empty,” the answer usually isn’t simple —...

Brad Brenner, Ph.D.

Dec 23, 2025

Climate grief is the emotional response to environmental loss. Learn what it is, who's affected, the...

Brad Brenner, Ph.D.

Dec 17, 2025

Learn about depression screening tests like the PHQ-9, what scores mean, and how doctors diagnose depression....

Brad Brenner, Ph.D.