Glutamate: The Neurotransmitter Behind Overthinking and Low Mood

Overthinking and low mood often show up together. The more your mind loops through the same worries, memories, or what-ifs, the harder it becomes to break out of those patterns. Over time, it becomes more difficult to move out of negative emotions. Looking at the connection between glutamate and depression helps explain why.   When… Continue reading Glutamate: The Neurotransmitter Behind Overthinking and Low Mood

Who Is a Good Candidate for Ketamine Therapy?

Something about ketamine therapy caught your attention: how differently it works, how quickly some people notice a shift, or the possibility of another option when standard care has not helped enough. The practical question is simple: who is a good candidate for ketamine therapy?   Ketamine therapy is often explored by people navigating a range… Continue reading Who Is a Good Candidate for Ketamine Therapy?

Depression That Doesn’t Go Away: What’s Really Going On

You’ve had good stretches. Times when the depression lifts, and life actually feels livable. That can make it even harder when it comes back.   If you’re reading this, you’ve probably already tried something. Maybe more than one treatment. And maybe some of them helped for a while, enough to make you think you were… Continue reading Depression That Doesn’t Go Away: What’s Really Going On

What Is Functional Depression? Keeping Up While Running on Empty

“Functional depression” sounds like a contradiction in terms. Many people think having depression means you can’t function, but this type is different and far more common than one might think. People with functional depression continue to show up for their jobs, families, and daily responsibilities—while constantly carrying the weight of low mood and fatigue. If… Continue reading What Is Functional Depression? Keeping Up While Running on Empty