BestMind
Mental Health Blog
Post-Holiday Burnout: Why You Feel Exhausted After the Holidays (And When to Get Help)
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist The holidays are finally over. The decorations are packed away, the last of the leftovers have been eaten, and the new year has begun. You should feel refreshed, right? Ready to tackle your resolutions with...
Most Recent
How Omega-3 Fish Oil Affects Your Brain and Mental Health
Fish oil is a supplement that contains extracts from fatty fish like salmon, sardines, and mackerel. The main benefit behind fish oil comes from its omega-3...
How does journaling help with mental health?
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Some people think of journaling as a wellness fad, but it can be a practical and supportive way to...
Transform Your Mental Health This August: Your Complete Guide to National Wellness Month 2025
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Are you ready to prioritize your mental health and overall wellness this August? National Wellness...
Latest
Do Antidepressants Work and How Effective Are They?
If you’ve been diagnosed with depression or prescribed antidepressants, it’s natural to ask, “how effective are antidepressants and will they work for me?”...
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – Symptoms & Causes
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that people experience during certain seasons, particularly the winter months. It is now referred to...
Mood Stabilizers for Depression and Anxiety: What You Need to Know?
Mood stabilizers are a class of drugs most often used to manage mood swings and emotional instability. While primarily used to treat bipolar disorder, mood...
Challenges of the Military Transition to Civilian Life
Transitioning from military service to civilian life can be a challenging journey. Military life offers structured routines, defined roles, and a sense of...
How TMS Helps Military Members & Dependents
Military families face unique challenges that can deeply impact their mental health and well-being. These stressors can lead to mood disorders such as...
Using TMS Therapy For Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia affects about 4 million adults in the United States. Living with fibromyalgia can be a daily challenge, with widespread pain, fatigue, and...
How Alcohol Makes Your Depression Symptoms Worse
The connection between alcohol and depression is complex and bidirectional. Drinking too much alcohol can bring on depressive symptoms, and people with...
Who Qualifies for TMS Therapy? (TMS Requirements)
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy is a breakthrough procedure for treating depression and other mental health conditions. The non-invasive...
Antepartum Depression: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
You might have heard about postpartum depression, the mood disorder that affects mothers after giving birth. But did you know that depression can also be...
How Social Media Affects Your Mental Health and Causes Depression
We all know that humans are social creatures, and with that in mind, it’s no wonder that social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Snapchat...
What is Low-Grade Depression? Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Low-grade depression, also known as mild depression, is a less severe form of depression. It has many of the same symptoms, such as sadness, lack of enjoyment...
What to Do When Antidepressants Don’t Work for You (and Why)
For some people, antidepressants are a life-saving medication that restores their quality of living and makes them feel like themselves again. For others,...
