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  Depression and Memory Loss: Why Your Mental Health Can Affect Your Memory When someone begins forgetting appointments, struggling to recall conversations, losing track of what they were doing, or finding it harder to concentrate, they may immediately worry that something is wrong with their brain. But memory problems aren’t always caused by neurological disease or aging. Depression can also have a significant effect on memory and other cognitive abilities. For some people, these cognitive changes are among the most frustrating and frightening symptoms of depression. Understanding why they happen can help you recognize when memory difficulties may be connected to your mental health and when they deserve further investigation. Depression Doesn’t Just Affect Your Mood We often describe depression in emotional terms: sadness, hopelessness, loss of interest, irritability, or feeling emotionally numb. But depression can also affect the way the brain processes information. People experi...

  We’re proud to announce that we are a sponsor of NAMIWalks Rhode Island 2026!💚 @namirhodeisland NAMI At PVD Psych, we believe that mental health care, education and support should be accessible and that no one should have to navigate their mental health journey alone. That’s why we’re honored to stand alongside NAMI Rhode Island and our community in support of Mental Health for All. Join us on Saturday, October 10 at Roger Williams Park as Rhode Islanders come together to walk, connect, raise awareness and help support the free mental health resources, education and programs NAMI Rhode Island provides throughout our state. Every step helps move the conversation forward. 💚 Roger Williams Park, Providence Saturday, October 10, 2026 Walk begins at 10 AM | Registration at 9 AM Learn more , register or donate through NAMIWalks Rhode Island. https://pvdpsych.com/ #NAMIWalks #NAMIWalksRI #MentalHealthForAll #NAMIRhodeIsland #PVDPsych #MentalHealthMatters #RhodeIsland #Providen...

  One of the most persistent misconceptions about autism is that autistic people lack empathy. The reality is much more nuanced. Empathy isn’t one single skill. It can involve recognizing what someone else is feeling, emotionally sharing that feeling, and knowing how to respond. For autistic individuals, these pieces may show up differently — and sometimes empathy can actually feel incredibly intense. Someone may care deeply but express that care through problem-solving rather than comforting words. They may need more direct communication to understand what another person needs. Or they may become overwhelmed by another person’s emotions and respond in ways that are easily misread. Different expression does not mean an absence of feeling. Understanding neurodiversity means looking beyond what empathy is “supposed” to look like — and becoming more curious about the many ways people experience and communicate care. Read more about autism and empathy in the article from Prosper Health...

  💙🧠 When Depression Affects More Than One Person Depression doesn’t only affect the person experiencing it—it can also impact partners, parents, children, friends, and other loved ones. Supporting someone with depression can sometimes leave loved ones feeling frustrated, confused, helpless, or emotionally overwhelmed. Symptoms such as low energy, withdrawal, or irritability can create challenges within even the strongest relationships. 💭 Therapy can provide support for everyone involved. A therapist can help loved ones better understand depression and explore healthy ways to offer support—without feeling responsible for “fixing” it. 🌱 ✨ Individual therapy can provide a private space for loved ones to process their own emotions. 🤝 Couples counseling can help romantic partners navigate challenges together. 🏡 Family therapy can create space for families to improve communication and strengthen relationships. You don’t have to navigate the impact of depression alone. Support ...

  🧠💭 Understanding Anxiety: What Might Be Beneath the Surface? Anxiety can sometimes feel overwhelming—but what if it is also protecting us from something we find difficult to think about, feel, or face? Anxiety can act as a form of psychological avoidance , creating a layer between us and experiences that feel uncomfortable or painful. While managing anxiety symptoms is important, understanding what may be contributing to the anxiety in the first place can be an important part of lasting change. 🌱 Psychotherapy can provide a supportive space to explore the underlying thoughts, emotions, and experiences connected to anxiety—and develop healthier ways of coping and responding. 💙 ✨ You don’t have to simply learn to live with anxiety. Understanding it can be an important step toward feeling more in control. 🔗 Learn more about anxiety and psychotherapy at PVD Psychological Associates. https://pvdpsych.com/ #AnxietyAwareness #AnxietyTherapy #Psychotherapy #MentalHealthSupport #Un...

  When an employee is dealing with anxiety, depression, chronic stress, or another mental health concern, the working environment can make a significant difference to how they experience their day. Managers cannot and should not attempt to treat an employee’s mental health condition. However, they can create a workplace that gives people opportunities to feel connected, capable, valued, and engaged. The objective isn’t to keep employees so busy that they don’t have time to think about their mental health. Avoidance doesn’t resolve psychological difficulties. Instead, a supportive working environment can reduce unnecessary sources of stress while providing structure, social connection, accomplishment, and purpose. Here are some practical changes managers can consider. 1.Give people opportunities to accomplish something There is psychological value in completing something and being able to see the result. Unfortunately, many jobs involve an endless stream of emails, meetings, message...