Psychological trauma is one of the most profound and least understood phenomena in mental health. Although the word “trauma” is frequently used in everyday language, the clinical reality of trauma is much more complex and nuanced. This guide aims to provide a clear, research-based understanding of what trauma is, how it affects us, and what we can do about it.
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“Is it burnout or depression?” This is one of the most common questions I receive in my practice. And for good reason β the two conditions can look surprisingly similar on the surface, yet they have different causes, mechanisms, and therapeutic approaches. Making the correct distinction is essential for receiving the right help.
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You are constantly rushing between school, extracurricular activities, cooking, laundry, and work. You feel like you have nothing left to give at the end of the day β not for your children, not for your partner, not for yourself. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Parental burnout is a recognized clinical reality that affects parents from all social and economic backgrounds.
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You wake up in the morning feeling deeply exhausted, even though you slept enough. The commute to work feels heavier each day, and the tasks that once motivated you now seem meaningless. If this sounds familiar, you may be experiencing burnout β a syndrome officially recognized by the World Health Organization in 2019 as an occupational phenomenon.
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For decades, ADHD was considered a predominantly male disorder β the hyperactive boy who cannot sit still in class. This image left millions of girls and women in the shadows, struggling with inattention, overwhelm, and exhaustion without knowing why life seems so hard to manage. Recent studies show that ADHD affects women almost as frequently as men, but it manifests differently and is diagnosed far less often.
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As the days grow shorter and the cold settles in, many people experience more than simple autumn nostalgia. Energy drops, sleep becomes excessive yet unrefreshing, cravings for sweets and carbohydrates increase, and motivation seems to have gone into hibernation alongside nature. If this pattern repeats year after year and significantly affects you, you may be dealing with seasonal depression β a real condition with well-understood biological mechanisms and effective solutions.
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Stress is a part of life β it is the body’s natural response to challenges. But when stress becomes a constant companion, when you wake up already exhausted and fall asleep thinking about tomorrow’s problems, your body and mind are paying a price you may not yet be aware of. Chronic stress is not just an unpleasant state β it is a serious risk factor for physical and mental health.
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Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders, affecting over 280 million people globally. However, many people do not recognize the signs of depression in themselves or their loved ones, which delays access to specialized help. This guide helps you understand the difference between normal sadness and depression and identify the right time to seek support.
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