News for Healthier Living

Emphasising the Strengths of People with Depression Helps Those Affected

People suffering from depression demonstrate strength in dealing with their illness on a daily basis, but this is often not perceived as such. Previous studies have shown that instead, they often encounter a contrary narrative in society according to which they are portrayed as weak. Such prejudices have a negative effect on those affected. In her new study, psychologist Christina Bauer from the University of Vienna shows how important it is for those affected to have their strength emphasised. Focusing on the strength of people with depression increases their self-confidence and enables them to better achieve their personal goals. The study was recently published in the journal Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin.

February 3, 2026


February 3 2026

February 2 2026

February 1 2026

January 31 2026

January 30 2026

January 29 2026

January 28 2026

January 27 2026

January 26 2026

January 25 2026

January 24 2026

January 23 2026

January 22 2026

January 21 2026

January 20 2026