Supporting a loved one with depression is a complicated task filled with numerous challenges. Many people who are trying to support someone with depression tend to feel hopeless and overwhelmed with trying to make the situation better. Read along for a few steps you can take to make this challenge a bit easier. Find our… Read More »
Depression is one of the most difficult conditions to treat. People with depression often internalize the illness, speak less and don’t complain about depressive symptoms. As a result, you may not even know someone is depressed. For those individuals who do seek help, finding the right treatment to relieve depression can also be challenging. About… Read More »
Depression is a common and serious form of mood disorder that negatively impacts how a person feels, thinks, and acts. Depression can take many forms among different people, each with varying symptoms and treatment recommendations. Fortunately, many types of depression are highly treatable. Different forms of depression are best treated in different ways, so a… Read More »
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy is a highly effective non-drug treatment for depression in which brief magnetic pulses are used to stimulate nerve cells within the brain. It’s been in use since 1985, but the pathway toward this revolutionary noninvasive treatment has involved a great deal of time, scientific research, and technological advance. Follow along… Read More »
Antidepressant medications are not a quick fix for depression–but for some people, they give the brain a helpful nudge in the right direction. These drugs work by balancing “neurotransmitters,” chemicals that carry signals between brain cells and affect your mood, concentration, and appetite. Some people with depression notice their symptoms improve after a few weeks… Read More »
