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But First, Be Happy: Reasons High Achievers Must Prioritize Their Mental Health

Jeannie Lawrence MD

Aug 1, 2020
3 min

But First, Be Happy: Reasons High Achievers Must Prioritize Their Mental Health

THE HAPPINESS MYTH All humans are on a quest to be happy, whether they are consciously aware of this or not. The desire to be happy...

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The Road To High Functioning Depression Is Paved With Gold Stars:

Jeannie Lawrence MD

Jul 18, 2020
4 min

The Road To High Functioning Depression Is Paved With Gold Stars:

When being a high achiever leads to depression

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Signs You May Have Depression Even Though You Are High Functioning

Jeannie Lawrence MD

Jul 11, 2020
5 min

Signs You May Have Depression Even Though You Are High Functioning

The term "high functioning depression" has made its way into mainstream vernacular over recent years. It is not an actual clinical...

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A Psychiatrist’s Guide to Treating Depression While Pregnant

Jeannie Lawrence MD

Apr 17, 2020
7 min

A Psychiatrist’s Guide to Treating Depression While Pregnant

Jade’s primary care doctor had been prescribing her Prozac, a commonly used antidepressant medication, for almost a year before two blue...

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How a Gratitude Practice Helps Us Feel Better Despite Life’s Circumstances

Jeannie Lawrence MD

Mar 28, 2020
4 min

How a Gratitude Practice Helps Us Feel Better Despite Life’s Circumstances

Recently, I conducted a follow up psychiatry appointment with a patient diagnosed with both Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (also known as...

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Three Simple Steps To Finding Peace In The Midst Of A Pandemic

Jeannie Lawrence MD

Mar 21, 2020
5 min

Three Simple Steps To Finding Peace In The Midst Of A Pandemic

Being angry, anxious and depressed are NOT mandatory, despite what is happening around us.

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