This Close to Happy: A Reckoning with Depression by Daphne Merkin is more than just a memoir—it is a strikingly honest exploration of life with depression. Merkin candidly shares her…
Is it possible to truly capture the depths of despair in a novel? Sylvia Plath's The Bell Jar dares to do just that. This book is a raw, unflinching look…
Depression has been my constant companion since childhood. The façade of happiness I wore in public crumbled when alone, revealing a maelstrom of anger, anxiety, and despair. I questioned my…
In the quiet moments of our lives, when the world feels heavy and the light seems dim, we often turn to stories to find solace and understanding. These books, especially…
Depression can create a lonely island. Even though there are others stranded on similar islands, it can be difficult to see them. Literature can be a bridge connecting these isolated…