Diane N Solomon Ph.D., PMHNP-BC, CNM (Ret.)

About

Diane Solomon received a Bachelor of Arts from Reed College, Master of Science in Nursing from Yale as a Certified Nurse-Midwife, and PMHNP and Ph.D. from Oregon Health & Sciences University (OHSU). She is an adjunct professor at OHSU and has served as a leader on the Boards of Nurse Practitioners of Oregon, the Oregon Wellness Program, the Oregon Nurses Association, The Jewish Federation of Greater Portland, and many others. She is well-published on wellness and psychological well-being across lay and scholarly publications, from HuffPost to The Gerontologist; Lilith and Self to Psychotherapy Networker. She recently closed her psychiatry practice to pursue a writing certificate from Harvard Medical School focusing on mental health and wellness.

Dr. Solomon writes because she has always been compelled to create and connect in this way. Her goal is to reach and resonate with readers; leave them feeling validated and supported in their humanness; and inspired to grow in their way, in their lives.

Recent Posts

Why Do I Still Feel Guilty for My Privilege?

Personal Perspective: Despite working for positive change, I still struggle with privilege. If you feel the same, consider these insights.

Pearls From 101 Parent Years

A Personal Perspective: A mother of four adult children shares some of what she's learned over decades of parenting.

Why Are Divorce Rings Trending?

Divorce rings—and other new breakup rituals—are enjoying a cultural moment. What do they mean, and are they for you?

How Small Steps Can Help You Combat Loneliness

Loneliness is trending, and that's not good. But we didn't get here overnight—and we can make our way back to social connection and community.

10 Things to Try When You Feel Overwhelmed

Looking at a well-devised to-do list can be overwhelming. These ten simple tips and tricks offer options to break the gridlock.

How’s Our Mental Health in the Wake of COVID? Not So Good!

Long after COVID-19 has waned, we are still seeing its negative effects on mental health as a world community, in specific countries, and as individual humans.

Getting Help From Psychiatric Meds: Then, Now, Maybe Forever

A Personal Perspective: You might think you need to "gut it out" or "struggle through" your low-level mood/anxiety. It's not that bad, right? Consider treatment and relief.

Post-Pandemic Blues?

Do you sometimes miss things about the pandemic? If so, you're not alone.

How Everyday Smells Can Hack a Bad Mood

If you find yourself in a negative mood, or even depressed, the scent of everyday things may spark your memory and improve your frame of mind.

The Best Way to Say "No"

Saying "no" is hard, even when saying "yes" to too much has left us exhausted and resentful. There's a better way.