Articles on Depression and Anxiety from Dr. Scott

Think bed rotting is self-care? Think again. This trending habit can make anxiety and depression worse, not better. Discover six simple, science-backed ways to break free from the bed rotting cycle and build healthier rest habits that truly restore your mental health.

Have you ever been called lazy when you just couldn’t move—no matter how much you wanted to? What looks like laziness on the outside often feels like paralysis on the inside. The key difference? Depression isn’t a choice—it’s a battle with your own mind. Unlike laziness, depression doesn’t erase your dreams—it traps you in a fog, making even simple tasks feel impossible. Laziness avoids effort; depression steals joy from everything, even the things you once loved.

When life feels overwhelming, sometimes one small thing is enough to keep you going. In this personal story, discover how a fragile thread of hope—a childhood memory, a favorite place, or even a simple joy—can help you rebuild, heal, and move forward, even when you don’t have it all figured out.