You’re scrolling through your feed. A friend just announced a promotion, someone posted their perfect vacation, and another shared a picture-perfect family moment. Suddenly, your chest tightens, your thoughts spiral, and you wonder: Why don’t I measure up? If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Social media can be a powerful tool for connection. But […]
Beating Depression as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Being a stay-at-home mom can be a challenge. You don’t get to go to out as much as you did before or as often as you want. You devote all your time looking after your kids. You don’t even have time to put on makeup, let alone to dress nicely. Has the feeling of being […]
Stay At Home Moms Are More Depressed
Being a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) has many challenges. Sadly, these challenges are easily dismissed by many. Society expects them to be grateful to have the opportunity to stay at home and be provided for. According to a study, 28% of SAHMs have depression. On the other hand, about 16% have depression amongst working moms. That’s […]
Social Isolation and Depression: Is Ther...
Social interaction is the building block of all social networks. As social beings, it’s innate in us to connect to others. We thrive in collaborative networks of people. Unfortunately, the current global pandemic is forcing us to physically isolate ourselves. Sadly, this often translates to social isolation. Social isolation is recognized as a social determinant […]