In case traditional treatments are not effective for you depression treatment, you can consider modern approaches to treat MDD. Two of the following treatments are considered highly effective and safe. TMSTMS, or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is a treatment for depression that doesn’t involve surgery or medication. It uses magnetic pulses to stimulate parts of your […]

Knowing the right terms and difference can guide people toward the best care in case of mental health. We want to make it easy for patients to find the right solution by helping them understand the distinctions between Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Clinical Depression, and Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD) without being too technical about it. Each […]

Psychiatrists often default to medications over TMS due to familiarity, limited training, and logistical concerns. Raising awareness can help make TMS a more accessible and earlier treatment for depression.

Sadness is temporary, while depression is a serious condition needing support. Understanding the difference helps us care better and create safe spaces for those struggling.

With Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), it’s like the mind is under a constant storm cloud, one that doesn’t just stay in your head, it affects your whole body too. And that’s something we often miss about depression: it isn’t just about feeling sad or down, it’s a whole-body experience.

With MDD, the brain can get “stuck” in certain thought patterns, and poor sleep makes it worse. It’s harder to shake off negative thoughts or be present in the moment. Imagine if every little problem felt bigger and every worry felt heavier—over time, it wears us down.

Some people are born with genes that make them a little more likely to feel things very deeply. Sometimes, these genes can mean that a person is more likely to experience depression.

How do we know when typical teen behavior might be something more? MDD can look different in teens than in adults.

If antidepressants haven’t worked for you, TMS or Spravato could be the step forward you need. You deserve effective, compassionate care, and these innovative treatments might be the way to finally find relief.