depression

It is not just a matter of feeling sad; discover an honest view of the mental, emotional and physical toll of clinical depression.

The Truth About Relationships and Depression
My phone lit up with another reminder: dinner tonight, a plan I had said “yes” to days earlier. Back then, I thought I’d be able to handle it. But now the weight of depression had settled into my body like lead. Even the thought of showering, getting dressed, and stepping outside felt impossible.
By Annie Edwards 6 months ago in Psyche
We Suffer More in Imagination than in Reality
Life is rarely as harsh as the stories we tell ourselves about it. The Roman philosopher Seneca once wrote, “We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.” These words, from his collection of letters known as Letters to Lucilius, carry timeless wisdom. They remind us that much of our pain does not come from the events themselves, but from the anxious rehearsals we perform in our minds.
By Zakir Ullah6 months ago in Psyche
Exploring Psychology and Psychoanalysis: My Research Journey. Content Warning.
My Journey in Psychology: From Research to Psychoanalysis and Digital Innovation My name is Daria Barabash — I am a psychologist, researcher, and founder of the project Mental Health db. My professional path combines academic psychology, psychoanalytic tradition, and modern technologies. In this article, I want to share my story — how I started, what knowledge and experience I have gained, and why today my work unites classic psychoanalytic ideas with innovative tools.
By Daria Barabash6 months ago in Psyche
The Hidden World Inside You: How Gut Bacteria Shape Your Health and Happiness
The Hidden World Inside You: How Gut Bacteria Shape Your Health and Happiness When you hear the word “bacteria,” the first thought that comes to mind is usually something harmful—something that makes you sick. But the truth is, inside your body, there lives a world of bacteria that is not only harmless but also vital for your survival. This hidden ecosystem is called the gut microbiome, and it’s made up of trillions of microorganisms that live in your digestive system.
By Amanullah6 months ago in Psyche
My family thinks I am faking my mental disorders.
I often feel alone. There is an overwhelming distance between them and me, especially my parents. I feel like they don’t understand me. They don’t understand who I am, what I want in life, or what my struggles are.
By Tendresse NK6 months ago in Psyche
Steps to Life
Amina was thirty-five, a schoolteacher in a quiet town near Multan. Her classroom was alive with energy—children laughing, chalk tapping against the board, and her gentle voice guiding them through lessons in math and language. To her students, Miss Amina wasn’t just a teacher; she was someone who remembered birthdays, noticed when a child was quiet, and always had a kind word.
By meerjanan6 months ago in Psyche
Love’s Neural Alchemy
Love. It strikes—a lightning bolt through your soul. A glance, a touch, and you’re undone, swept into a vortex where reason drowns and passion reigns. But what alchemy brews within your skull when Cupid’s arrow pierces? Science, that relentless cartographer of mysteries, maps the chaos: a crucible of chemicals, a constellation of neurons, an ancient hymn chanted by evolution’s unseen hand. Love is no mere flutter—it’s a celestial upheaval, rewiring your mind in a dance of ecstasy and eternity. Plunge into this neural saga, where dopamine blazes, oxytocin weaves, and your brain becomes a starlit stage for love’s grand drama.
By Umar Amin6 months ago in Psyche
The Turning Point
Adeel was 42, a manager at a busy corporate firm in Lahore, where his reputation was built on long hours and relentless focus. He wore exhaustion like a badge of honor. “If I’m not working, I’m falling behind,” he’d often say, pushing through fatigue with strong coffee and late-night takeout.
By meerjanan6 months ago in Psyche
Fighting with my Inner Dialogue. Top Story - August 2025.
Today feels worse Emotions are strangling my throat Feelings are sitting like an elephant on my chest I feel worthless
By Alisha Wilkins ✒️🦋🖋️6 months ago in Psyche
The Things Life Never Warned Me About
By Nadeem Shah Life has a strange way of teaching lessons we never signed up for. When I was younger, I imagined growing up would be a linear path—school, career, love, stability, and then happiness neatly tucked at the end. I had it all mapped out, confident that if I followed the rules, life would reward me.
By Nadeem Shah 6 months ago in Psyche
Why Vulnerability is My Greatest Strength
By Nadeem Shah For most of my life, I wore armor. Not the kind made of steel and iron, but the invisible kind—woven from silence, guarded smiles, and perfectly rehearsed “I’m fine” responses. I convinced myself that strength meant never letting anyone see the cracks. If people didn’t see my pain, they couldn’t use it against me. If they didn’t know my fears, they couldn’t hurt me.
By Nadeem Shah 6 months ago in Psyche
How to Support a Friend Who Is Struggling with Their Mental Health
There’s a certain kind of silence that tells you more than any confession ever could. It hangs in the air heavy, deliberate as though your friend has decided to let you see only the edges of their storm.
By Prince Esien6 months ago in Psyche