What Are the Warning Signs of Depression?
Are you – or is someone you care about – depressed? What are the warning signs of depression to look out for? Feeling down from time to time is a normal part of life. Everyone experiences sadness in response to life’s setbacks, but when you start to struggle with daily functioning, you may be dealing […]
10 Alternative Drug-Free Depression Treatments for a Better You This Year
When you get sick, you probably go to the doctor, take medicine, rest, and feel better in three to five days. The same can’t be said for depression treatment — though many people hope for an equally quick and simple fix. Treating depression is a complex process that regularly requires a combination of several treatment […]
New Year, Same Depression
While typically harmless, sayings such as the following can be damaging to someone who is suffering from depression: “A New Year is like a blank book, and the pen is in your hands.” “Every end marks a new beginning.” “Cheers to a New Year and another chance for us to get it right.” These inspirational […]
I’ll Be There for You: 4 Ways to Provide Support When Your Family Member is Depressed
Overcoming depression is incredibly difficult, but the process becomes a little easier when there’s a strong support network in place. If you have a family member who’s depressed, you may be wondering about the best way to provide that support. The truth is that there’s no one answer for how to be there for someone […]
Daylight Savings And The Return Of Your Seasonal Depression
The weather is turning cold and the skies are getting dreary. While most people enjoyed the extra hour of sleep they got this past weekend, for others, the end of Daylight Savings Time (DST) marks the return of their seasonal mood disorder. Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), goes beyond the “winter […]
