Starting college should be an exciting time for a young student but Kezia Reeder didn't have the experience many 18 year olds yearn for. On paper, Reeder was set to thrive in the next chapter of her ...
Among the most upsetting phrases to hear during pregnancy, “Just wait” reigned supreme as my least favorite. “You think you’re tired now? Just wait,” they said. “You don’t have time to tackle your ...
This article originally appeared on Undark. For five years, Clare Dolman took lithium to manage her bipolar disorder. The medicine kept her happy and well with few side effects, and she described it ...
As a neuroscientist, one of the most fascinating topics I have encountered is the complex relationship between pregnancy and eating disorders (EDs). As someone with a 15-year-long history of anorexia, ...
Pregnancy is often celebrated as a transformative and joyful journey, but for individuals with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), it can be a deeply challenging experience. The combination of physical ...
I was always afraid of getting pregnant. Despite knowing I wanted to have kids, the concept of growing a human terrified me. It wasn't the responsibility of caring for another person or the pain of ...
Having strange food cravings is a normal part of pregnancy – in fact almost 40% of women report craving sweet and salty items ...
Introduction Course of Bipolar Disorder During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period Impact of Maternal Bipolar Disorder on Outcome Treatment Options for Women With Bipolar Disorder During Pregnancy ...