How to Help a Child With Body Dysmorphic Disorder, from Someone Who’s Been There

It started slowly. Benignly. With a weigh-in here. An extra glance at the mirror there. But I didn’t give “it” much thought. I was 15, after all. Obsessing over my appearance was—or, at the very least, should have been—normal. But my fascination with, and phobia of, fat was anything but. It controlled me, taunting me … Continue reading How to Help a Child With Body Dysmorphic Disorder, from Someone Who’s Been There

50 Depression Memes to Make You Laugh & Feel Less Alone

If you’ve ever struggled with depression, you know one thing to be true: There is nothing funny about it. It’s overbearing and overwhelming. It dictates your day, ruins most nights, and can be totally paralyzing. While you should always seek help from a professional if you’re suffering from depression, there are ways to feel less alone … Continue reading 50 Depression Memes to Make You Laugh & Feel Less Alone

How to Handle Coronavirus-Induced Anxiety, According to the Experts

By Kimberly Zapata It’s been four months since the first case of novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, was identified, and since that time, nearly half a million people have been infected. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, there have been 372,757 confirmed cases—and that’s enough to make anyone nervous. I’ve lived with generalized anxiety … Continue reading How to Handle Coronavirus-Induced Anxiety, According to the Experts

How to Explain Depression to Those You Love

By Kimberly Zapata When I was 15 years old, I was diagnosed with depression. I was young and naive; I was scared and ashamed; and I had no desire to explain my disease to anyone because I didn’t want others to know I was “sick.” I didn’t want others to think I was crazy. I … Continue reading How to Explain Depression to Those You Love