Why You Look Fine But Feel Empty

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“It happened to me, it’s not my fault, I’m still worthy of love, care, and respect”

— Dr. Judith Joseph

In this episode, we're sitting down with one of the leading voices in psychiatry to talk about something so many of us experience but can't quite name: high functioning depression. You show up to work, you smile, you get things done — but underneath, something feels deeply off. Dr. Judith Joseph breaks down what high functioning depression actually looks like, why it's so easy to miss (especially in high achievers and women), and what's going on in the brain when we feel emotionally numb. She also shares what real recovery can look like — and why joy is something you can actually reclaim.

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About the Expert

Dr. Judith Joseph

MD, MBA — Psychiatrist & Researcher

Dr. Judith Joseph MD MBA is a board-certified psychiatrist, researcher and award-winning content creator who specializes in mental health for children and adults. She is chair of the women in medicine initiative at Columbia University and professor of psychiatry at NYU where she teaches doctors how to use media to educate the public. She is also an official Masterclass and Linkedin learning course instructor.  

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Resources

Expert’s Recommendations

NAMI

Psychology Today

Books

High Functioning: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy by Dr. Judith Joseph

Free Online Resources

Dr. Judith's Newsletter‍

‍Anhedonia Quiz‍

‍Trauma Inventory Quiz

Helplines & Crisis Support

https://www.nami.org‍

‍https://www.projecthealthyminds.com‍

‍https://activeminds.org

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