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Atypical Depression - The Most Common Form of Depression
Atypical depression, a subtype of major depression, is the most common form of depression today. People who suffer atypical depression exhibit all the normal symptoms of depression but they also react to external positive experiences in a positive way. Atypical depression sufferers respond to their environment, enjoying the company of friends but slipping back into deep depression when alone or faced with a stressful situation.Read more…Depression and Weight: An Undeniable Connection
There has been some recent press about the long speculated correlation between one's weight and depression, or state of mind. Well, new studies are showing that overweight or obese people are significantly more prone to depression and mood disorders, which is contrary to the popular myth of the "fat and jolly" individual.This newest study, which consisted of more than 9,000 adults of both male and female sex, found that obese individuals were approximately 25 percent more likely to suffer from depression than their slimmer counterparts.Read more…Suicide, Facts, and Depression
Thoughts of suicide is most likely the worst type of depression. Suicide is " The act or an instance of intentionally killing oneself." (See Sources Below)Suicide is considered the highest level of depression, usually thoughts leading to death.Read more…Bipolar Disorder and Manic Depression
If you already are not aware of this condition, bipolar disorder is "a diagnostic category describing a class of mood disorders where the person experiences states or episodes of depression and/or mania, hypomania, and/or mixed states."(Look at Sources Below)Bipolar disorder is also known as a manic-depressive illness, which can suddenly shift a person's mood, energy, and their ability to function. As in every person, someone with bipolar disorder has their up's and down's to a much higher level.Read more…Signs of Depression
Clinical Depression is "a psychiatric disorder characterized by the inability to concentrate, insomnia, loss of appetite, feelings of extreme sadness, guilt, helplessness and hopelessness, and thoughts of death." (look at Sources below)A Sign(s) of Depression vary depending on the person, type of anxiety/condition, environment, history, and intensity of the problem. The most common depression symptoms are as follows:* "Empty" Mood* Feeling of Guilt or Helplessness* Loss of Interest in Pleasurable Hobbies* Fatigue* Difficulty Concentrating or Making Decisions* Insomnia* Irregular Sleeping (hours)* Thoughts of Death or Suicide* Physical Symptoms* IrritabilityAlthough these are the main signs and symptons of depression, they are not the only ones.Read more…Social Phobia (Anxiety) Depression
Are you or someone you know of fearful of interacting with people, possibly because of embarrassment or humiliation for no apparent reason? You may be suffering from a problem called Social Anxiety Disorder.Social Anxiety Disorder is a very common sign of depression.Read more…Depression, Symptoms and Treatment
People often use the word 'depression' to describe when someone is feeling miserable, low or 'in a bad mood'. It can be difficult to tell the difference between a depressive illness and someone feeling low. The diagnosis of depression can be made after the patient has been assessed for the severity of the low mood and other related factors.Read more…Depression - Still A Lot To Learn
We accept that illness is part of our daily lives. Colds and flu, cuts and bruises. All these are taken within our stride.Read more…Depression Is An Equal Opportunity Condition
Depression is a serious medical condition that can affect anyone. Men, women and children are all susceptible to this disease which can have devastating effects on someone's daily life. Depression can come on suddenly, for no reason, or it might follow a traumatic experience such as a death or some other traumatic experience.Read more…The Invisible Disease: Depression
IntroductionDepression is a serious medical condition. In contrast to the normal emotional experiences of sadness, loss, or passing mood states, clinical depression is persistent and can interfere significantly with an individual's ability to function. There are three main types of depressive disorders: major depressive disorder, dysthymic disorder, and bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness).Read more…Let's Talk About Depression
Sure, everybody feels sad or blue now and then. But if you're sad most of the time, and it's giving you problems with• your grades or attendance at school• your relationships with your family and friends• alcohol, drugs, or sex• controlling your behavior in other waysthe problem may be DEPRESSION.The good news is that you can get treatment and feel better soon.Read more…What Can You Do About Depression! The St John Alternative
Using St. John's Wort to treat DepressionDepression comes in many forms and with the overabundance of anti-depression drugs currently available, it is often tricky for doctors to prescribe the right one for their patients.Some patients suffer from a mild depression, also known as dysthymic depression.Read more…How Is Depression Treated?
More than eleven million people in the United States suffer from depression each year. This medical condition that affects the mind can have lasting effects such as a feeling of hopelessness, lack of ambition and an inability to focus. Depression can affect all age groups and genders, but is more prevalent in women.Read more…Depression; Do We Humans Really Need Purveyors of Doom and Gloom
Have you ever considered why so many humans love to talk about doom and gloom and the apocalypse or the end of times? Have you ever wondered why late-night radio shows such as Coast-to-Coast AM with George Noory are so popular with over 15 million listeners in the United States alone? Why have such people like Art Bell done so well as the purveyors of doom and gloom and convincing people that the sky is falling?Read more…Creative Coping: What is Depression?
Depression is a serious illness, not a harmless part of life. As a psychotherapist recovering from a past experience of major clinical depression, I bring unique experiences to this dis-ease. I explain to clients how my experience is informed by academic study ("head" knowledge) and personal experience (empathy and "heart" knowledge.Read more…Cellular Memory Release: A New Modality for Depression
This article presents a new Energy Healing (EH) modality that uses Cellular Memory Release as a practical, effective treatment for depression. However, in order to understand cellular memory, it is important to first review prior developments within complementary and alternative medicine that have led to this new treatment.Energy MedicineThe International Society for the Study of Subtle Energies and Energy Medicine (2005) defines Energy Medicine as “all energetic and informational interactions resulting from self-regulation or brought about through other energy linkages to mind and body.Read more…Transforming Your Thoughts is Key for Dealing with Depression
The Greatest Teacher that ever lived once said: “As a Man thinks in his heart so is he”. What you constantly think of a situation is quite inevitably what becomes of it; therefore it is paramount that in any and every situation our thinking should be positive.If there is one fact that religion, science and psychology seem to agree on, it is that the mind is indeed the most powerful force in the world.Read more…Is this Depression or am I Just Sad?
Do you know the difference between being depressed or just being sad? Most people don’t. However, this matters because perhaps the best way to avoid health complications arising from depression is to deal with it in its early stages.Read more…Overcoming Depression with a Child's Heart
“With a child's heartGo face the worries of the dayWith a child's heartTurn each problem into playNo need to worry no need to fearJust being alive makes it all so very clear”Although this is no way is a pro-Jackson article, this is actually an excerpt from a personal Jackson 5 favorite entitled ‘With a Child’s Heart’Sung by a pre-adolescent Michael Jackson, the words of this song made such an impact on me most recently when I played the CD a few days back.The lyrics of the song reminded me of what the renowned psychologist: Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, once stated in his book- that children are indeed the group of humans who ironically are most gifted in the art of faith and positive thinking.Read more…Cymbalta Fibromyalgia Treatments For Depression
Cymbalta, which is an antidepressant, is believed to reduce depression and is also considered to be a possible benefit to women suffering from Fibromyalgia. This illness, which is still considered rare even though it affects millions of Americans, affects more women and men. Even though the cause of it remains unknown, Fibromyalgia is a growing problem that many are forced to cope with on a daily basis.Read more…
Most Recent Articles in Depression category
- Work Stress? It's a State of Mind - By: Sandra Prior
It may be that events at work conspire against you - but it's how you respond to them that makes all the difference. It all comes down to attitude. Each of our attitudes is like a pebble thrown into the still waters of the pond, creating a ripple effect all around us. - What Can Be Done about Depression in Alzheimer's Disease? - By: John Scott
The article considers whether there is any evidence that Zoloft may assist people who have Alzheimer's Disease and are depressed. It concludes that the limited evidence is quite encouraging. - Learning from the past - By: John Scott
The article looks back to 1994 when the cost of anxiety disorders to the US economy was $65 billion. Because public health care is underfunded, treatments have focused on oral medications as the cheap solution rather than expensive behavioural therapy which has a better chance of a cure. - A new study shows insomnia is more persistent - By: John Scott
The article considers a twenty year study into insomnia which found that sleep loss continued and worsened over time, and that it was often followed by depression. - What is the story behind pre-emption? - By: John Scott
The article visits the thorny legal question of pre-emption in relation to the liability of drug companies. It concludes that the Supreme Court should allow people injured by medications to sue. - How do you stay at the top of your league? - By: John Scott
The article notes that the Neurogen Corp., a biotech company based in Connecticut, has just laid off forty-five staff and raised $30m so that it can afford to pay for the trials to prove the worth of a competitor to Ambien (and three other medications). Is the gamble worth the jobs of forty-five employees? - Instead of counting sheep, we should be counting prescriptions - By: John Scott
The article wonders why insomnia seems to have become an epidemic. Millions of prescriptions a day are written around the world. Perhaps it is the 24/7 lifestyle or that we worry too much. Whatever it is, the world as a whole is suffering from lack of sleep. - Should DUI Become DUIA? - By: John Scott
The articles notes a paper presented in the March meeting of the American Academy of Forensic Science which identified ambien as one of the top ten drugs found in blood samples following arrests for traffic offences. It seems that "sleep driving" may be a new danger to other road users. - Prejudice and disability - By: John Scott
The article reflects on the nature of disability and considers why many for suffer from anxiety and panic attacks fail to complete the course of treatment - Effectiveness of Warnings Put out by the FDA and Health Canada - By: John Scott
The article looks at two decisions in the US courts and some new Canadian research about the effectiveness of warnings put out by the FDA and Health Canada. It seems that the warning about the risk of suicide when taking SSRIs were inadequate but pre-emption prevents a tort claim in the US.