Among teens, mood seems to change by the minute. One moment your child is happy and excited, the next they’re irritated and sad. These mood swings are common and harmless among many adolescents, but they can make it difficult to understand whether your child is going through normal age-related stresses and changes or if they’re… Read More »
Winter weather got you down? It’s not just you. Some people look forward to January weather, when they can put their feet up by the fireplace and drink hot chocolate while they watch the snow fall. But for others, the time of year when the days grow shorter and darker can mark the onset of… Read More »
The end of the year is a time of happiness and festivity, but it’s also a time of deep reflection and analysis—one of the most obvious examples being the ever-popular New Year’s resolution. For people with depression, the holiday season and end of the year can be tricky to get through, partially because reflection and… Read More »
The holidays can be a joyful time, but for many, this time of year triggers feelings of sadness and depression. Typically, depression is caused by some combination of environmental, biological, genetic, and psychological factors. But during the holiday season, a number of common triggers come into play. Around this time of year, many people also… Read More »
Charlie had major surgery years ago and noticed signs of depression while going through the recovery process. In fact, her emotional and physical well-being began to deteriorate and she no longer felt the need to engage in her normal daily activities such as getting out of bed, working, and spending time with her husband. This… Read More »
Those who have been diagnosed with depression have no shortage of treatment options—but even so, depression is difficult to overcome for a staggering number of people. Even though antidepressants are the second most commonly-prescribed drug in the United States, an estimated 30{2997f8544d703ffd995cbf0748d9148f9150b33c2eb54c93a5197645ffc3f066} of people who try them still can’t seem to shake their symptoms. And… Read More »
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 »
