My name is Christina, and I am a 20 year old college student. I am a
psychology major, and after graduating in December 2002, I plan to go on
to graduate school. I love research, and want to pursue a career in
academia and possibly clinical practice. Funny enough, I study depression,
particularly prevention, which I think is sadly underemphasized by
Clinical Psychology.
I have been experiencing dysthymia and major depression for as long as I
can remember, and have recently (within the last year) started on
medication, which has helped immensely. Anxiety, too, has been a part of
my life for the last several years. I am more than willing to talk about
the specifics of any of these disorders and their effects on my life via
email. I also have a lot to say about struggling through an intense
academic curriculum with these problems, both through personal experience
and by observing the experiences of some of my friends who have similar
problems.
I respond to email quickly, and am open to discussing any topic that you
might find helpful, from general life issues to dealing with depression
and its effects on relationships, school and work. I am also familiar with
cognitive-behavioral techniques, and can certainly recommend a good book
or two with some useful techniques that have helped me get through
depressive pits. I also know a good deal about clinical research on
depression that's out there, especially in the realms of prevention and
cognitive treatments. Did you know that cognitive-therapy, according to
some studies, is more helpful in relieving
symptoms and preventing relapse than medication, and causes similar
biological changes in your body? Weird stuff!
Email me at mhschristina@hotmail.com
Have a wonderful day. :)
