The winter time can be a difficult season for many people, especially for those living with depression. Our responsibilities increase, the days become shorter, colder and darker. Additionally, experts believe that nutrition can play an important role in depression and our psychological state in general. Here is a list of nutritional tips that may …
Affecting more than 15 million Americans, depression is a health condition that has spurred the interest of numerous experts. Recent studies have shown that depression can be triggered by the way a person lives and experts believe that there is a link between depression, our lifestyle, and our habits. So which different lifestyles and …
According to experts, depression and substance abuse go together so frequently that they are often referred to as dual diagnosis. Why do depression and substance abuse go together? The Anxiety and Depression Association of America reports that one problem will often bring the other and make it worse. Research studies have found that more than …
Major depression is a metal condition that can be treated by using the right treatment methods, making the right lifestyle changes, and having support. This condition is one of the most common mental health problems within the U.S. Although the majority of people dealing with major depression respond to treatment within 6 weeks, most of …
When we think of someone with depression, the first image that typically comes to mind is a person with an expression of deep sadness, who looks tired and who does not want to leave the house or even the bed. Although this description could be the reflection of a depressed person, the truth is that …
Do you think you might have depression? Have you noticed any signs that are related with those of depression? You may want to think about visiting your doctor and getting a diagnosis. Before visiting your doctor, there are there are a few thing you should know and be …
Depression is not just a sad feeling. It is a disorder affecting a person’s mood, feelings, behavior and interests. Depression is a serious mental condition, which requires treatment and help. Symptoms: Changes in sleeping habits and hours: Having trouble falling asleep, or staying up till late. Changes in …
The precise causes of depression are still unclear, but most experts think that a combination of genetic, biological and environmental factors contribute to the widespread mental illness. Certain things tend to set off depressive episodes for certain types of people. Here are some known depression risk factors broken down by demographic: Depression Risk in Women …
In a new meta-analysis of 11 studies, researchers have found that the symptoms of depression increase a patient’s risk of suffering from lower back pain. The researchers concluded that people with depression were 60 percent more likely to feel pain in their low back than their healthy counterparts. Moreover, the study found that risk for …
Most of us already know the key symptoms of depression, like low mood or feelings of hopelessness. However, there is a range of other warning signs that many people do not often associate with depression. Here are 5 of the lesser known indicators of depression: Spending too much time online: Several studies have shown that compulsive internet and social media use often arise …
