What is Depression? Depression sometimes called major depressive disorder or clinical depression is a mood disorder marked by persistent negative thoughts, lack of energy, and loss of interest in socialization or favorite activities. Depression is one of the most common psychiatric disorders, affecting about 17.3 million adults in the United States, or about 7.1% of […]
Transcranial magnetic stimulation treatment, commonly known as TMS therapy, is a non-invasive treatment for depression and anxiety. It uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain associated with mood regulation. TMS therapy success rate has been proven to be higher than traditional antidepressant medications. This article will discuss the success and side effects of TMS therapy. […]
Adjusting to life in recovery can be surprisingly difficult. Before going off to rehab, you looked forward to seeing things turn around on the other side. You envisioned a stable, healthy, productive life awaiting you once you completed the detox and treatment program. So, when you find yourself feeling depressed after rehab it can be […]
Many who sacrifice everything in order to serve in our military find themselves struggling later with mental health issues. While PTSD is the most widely known mental health disorder associated with members of the armed forces, depression is also experienced by many of our veterans. Unchecked depression can lead to worsening symptoms, deteriorating health, substance […]
Depression. That one little word is responsible for so much suffering, so much despair. Unlike a common health condition where you just go to the doctor and receive medicine that will cure it, depression often defies treatment efforts. Depression continues to be a mysterious, complex mental health disorder that challenges the psychiatric community at large […]
As mounting evidence reveals the fact that antidepressants are not the one-stop fix for depression as was formerly thought, new hybrids of integrated treatment approaches are emerging. Science has shown that only 50%-70% of patients are responsive to antidepressant drug therapy, prompting mental health practitioners to consider innovative alternative options. Forging a new path to […]
When we think about being ill, we might picture ourselves shivering with a fever under the covers. When we are sick with a health event we are down for the count, unable to do pretty much anything. We languish in bed and skip work. We are surly and frustrated because all we want to do […]
Depression often coexists with substance use disorders. Depression symptoms may have developed after someone has become chemically dependent on drugs or alcohol, or this common mental health disorder may have preceded the substance abuse. In many case, individuals struggling with depression will often use alcohol or drugs to help mask the negative effects of the […]
Maybe a recent event has left you saddled with stubborn depression symptoms. Perhaps a long ago trauma has haunted you, leaving you with persistent insomnia or interpersonal problems. Or maybe, out of nowhere, you have developed a panic disorder. Whatever the cause or outcome of the psychological problem, getting the professional expertise of a mental […]
It is hard enough facing each day feeling the effects of depression. Depression can leave you feeling depleted in spirit, absent of energy, and completely disheartened. But add weight gain to the scenario, which is a common symptom of depression, and now you feel both miserable and chubby. Changes in eating habits, along with fatigue […]
