Article Category: Depression

I Should be Happy with my Newborn. Why do I Feel so Sad?

When we welcome a new child into our families, our world changes-whether it is our first child or our fourth. A host of new responsibilities accompany the new member of the family. Mom’s body is adjusting from pregnancy to providing milk for baby. Sleep schedules,… continue reading I Should be Happy with my Newborn. Why do I Feel so Sad?

My partner tells me I’m depressed. Is that possible?

“Depressed people are always crying and complaining about things-and that’s not me. I’ve been exhausted lately, but I think that’s different.” Many people do report feeling sad or blue when they are depressed, but some don’t describe it that way. Some people may continue to… continue reading My partner tells me I’m depressed. Is that possible?

I feel so hopeless. Am I depressed?

It is normal to have periods of discouragement in life. As we work through disappointment, discouragement or grief, we find ourselves gradually feeling better after a few days or weeks. However, sometimes the sky seems to grow darker and darker as the weeks go by.… continue reading I feel so hopeless. Am I depressed?