Understanding depression and motivation loss: Why it feels endless

depression, anxiety, mental health, psychotherapy

Depression is a common mental disorder. Many people struggle with the sense of hopelessness and despair, lack of meaning and purpose, deep prolonged sadness, irritability, and feelings of emptiness. Further, they may feel a loss of pleasure in pursuing activities that were very pleasant and satisfying in the past. These are only one part of … Continue reading Understanding depression and motivation loss: Why it feels endless

4 common myths about mental health

Mental health is an important aspect of overall psychological well-being. Additionally, mental health is more than an absence of mental disorders—it is an integral part of health, determined by a range of socioeconomic, biological, and environmental factors. It is the ability to cope with normal stresses of life, maintain a positive outlook, manage one’s emotions, … Continue reading 4 common myths about mental health

How is the mind-body problem relevant to the concept of mental disorder?

The mind-body problem is a very old philosophical dilemma. What is the connection between this enigma and the concept of mental disorder? Stated briefly, the mind-body dualism could be explained in a form of a question: Is there a relationship between the mind and the body, and if there is some kind of a relationship, … Continue reading How is the mind-body problem relevant to the concept of mental disorder?