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Mental Performance Blog


High-Functioning Depression in Men
Men aren’t often given language for emotional weight. They’re taught how to win, how to succeed, how to perform. They’re rewarded for discipline, not depth. For results, not reflection. Men's Mental Health Awareness
Dr Vernice Richards
6 hours ago


High-Functioning Anxiety in Men
Unlike more visible symptoms of anxiety, high-functioning anxiety often hides behind success, drive, and discipline. It's especially common in men who are high-performing professional (executives, athletes, creatives, and entrepreneurs) who are rewarded for their ability to “push through.”
Dr Vernice Richards
1 day ago


Do I have High-Functioning (Anxiety or Depression)?
For the longest time, I thought that something wasn't quite right. My brain wouldn’t shut up, and no matter what I got done, or achieved,...
Dr Vernice Richards
May 15


What Athletes and Musicians Can Teach Each Other
Athletes and Musicians both battle performance anxiety and performance pressure. What can they learn from each other.
Dr Vernice Richards
Apr 29


The Midnight ChatGPT Therapist but Mind Shifted
By now, you know the story.
I noticed clients referencing ChatGPT in our touchpoints. (Blog 1)
I tested it out myself, first personally, then professionally. (Blog 2)
I built a framework that turned basic bot chats into constructive self-check-ins. But don't just take it from me...
I tested the Companion with a few clients first, some who were already using a ChatGPT Therapist, others who were completely new to using a Chat in this way.
Dr Vernice Richards
Apr 20
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