MDD stands for Major Depressive Disorder or depression as most of us know it. Depression causes symptoms including sleep and appetite disturbance, loss of pleasure in activities, poor motivation, poor energy, irritability, isolation, feeling slowed down or sluggish, and potentially thoughts of death or suicide. MDD may occur as a single episode, or for some the symptoms may be recurrent. Depression may happen with or without a specific cause. For instance, depression can follow trauma, life changes, or injuries to the brain. Additionally, MDD tends to have a genetic link.

Depression TreatmentAmy RolloMarch 22, 2018Major depressive disorder, depression, what is depression, do I have depression, How do you know if you have depression, Heights Family Counseling, Counseling in the heights, Counseling in Houston

Finding Joy in Life's Moments Through Mindfulness

How to enjoy all of life's moments through mindfulness in order to have a more positive and meaningful life.

Work Burnout CounselingAmy RolloApril 20, 2017mindfulness, anxiety, depression, happiness, AD/HD, child counselor, adult counseling in Cypress, adult counseling, Cy-Hope Counseling, Amy Rollo Therapy, Amy Rollo Counseling

The Science Behind "Mom Brain"

There is a science behind forgetfulness in pregnant women and new mothers. Forgetfulness is common and normal for all expecting and new mothers.

Perinatal & PostpartumAmy RolloDecember 21, 2016mom brain, pregnancy brain, ppd, postpartum depression, life after pregnancy, postpartum anxiety, motherhood, help for postpartum depression, counseling for new moms, depression

Emotional difficulties and the Impact on Academics

When discussing learning disabilities, it is important to note the impact emotional difficulties can have on academic achievement.

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Normalizing Mental Illness, One Cartoon Character at a Time

One of the first statements I often hear is that, "I do not need counseling; nothing is wrong with me!" While this is likely true, and I truly believe that counseling is not for “fixing” a person, but instead providing a safe place to work through life’s difficulties,

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4 Quick Steps to Instantly Improve your Mood

Everyone has days where everything seems negative. You might be in a “funk” and feel like you can’t snap out of it. Here are some tips to instantly improve your mood.

Depression TreatmentAmy RolloJune 27, 2016mood, exercise, depression, sadness, counseling blog, child counselor in Cypress, child counselor, journaling, mindfulness, meditation, narrative therapy, play therapist in Cypress

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