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How Men and Women are Impacted by Depression- Dear Dr. Romance: Even after several years, I still feel stigmatized - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I enjoy reading your "Happiness Tips Newsletter" I actually want to ask you some questions. I know you are a psychotherapist, So i thought you might to explain the difference between the mental health unit of an hospital and a psych ward? Why would one feel ashamed to have ...
Views: 1277 - Dear Dr. Romance: Even after several years, I still feel stigmatized - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2018 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I enjoy reading your "Happiness Tips Newsletter" I actually want to ask you some questions. I know you are a psychotherapist, So i thought you might to explain the difference between the mental health unit of an hospital and a psych ward? Why would one feel ashamed to ...
Views: 1034 - Deep Brain Stimulation By Use Of Brainwave Technology - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Greg FrostIt’s perhaps every human’s desire to have control over certain unwanted aspects of their lifestyles. These can be habits that are core rooted in on an individual’s mind set ups; these habits could be addictions to some harmful or embarrassing addictions. It’s very hard for an individual to break ...
Views: 839 - Defeating Depression and Finding Happiness in Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2010 from Lawrence DanksWhen we're in a depressed state, it seems as if it's never going to end. But everything changes over time. We can facilitate the rapidity of a change to more positive territory through actions of our own, such as those suggested below. No matter how bad things might be, or get, you always have ...
Views: 1421 - Definition: Depression - by Submitted on May 23, 2008 from Laura MonzoIn the field of psychiatry the terms depression or depressed are used in both the ordinary, non-clinical sense and to refer specifically to pathology, especially when the mood of depression has reached a level of severity and/or duration that warrants a clinical diagnosis. The Diagnostic and ...
Views: 1085 - Demystifying ECT - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2008 from Carol KivlerAs a courageous survivor of ECT (Electric Convulsive Therapy), I am often asked to speak to consumers and their family members about ECT. Many have the same exact questions I had when I was first asked to consider ECT as a treatment invention for my clinical depression back in 1990. Today, 18 ...
Views: 1416 - Depession The Chronic Illness That Affects Millions Of People Each Year - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2008 from Sylvia McGrathThe American Medical Association says that now almost half of the population has a chronic illness. When we think of chronic illness we do not necessarily think of depression and anxiety. In fact some people like I did a few years ago felt that this illness is all in the head. My old beliefs ...
Views: 1300 - Depressed Children - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Father DaveIt is not infrequent for parents to deduce behaviour in their child as a passing stage, considering how fast fads seem to come and go through out childhood and adolescence. However it is important to recognize that while they may not be able to take part in the world as an adult they are just as ...
Views: 1473 - Depressed? How to Feel Better Fast - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2023 from Debra BurdickEveryone has normal ups and downs in how they feel. Sometimes an episode of feeling down or sad turns into Depression and persists for some time. And sometimes depression is a result of a medical condition. Whether you bounce back quickly from feeling depressed or whether you suffer from ...
Views: 6751 - Depression - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Marie KahvajianDepression, anxiety, stress all seem to be the words or “diagnoses” that so many people have been “labeled” with these days. It’s all over the media, with all these advertisements of all these “little wonder pills” to make you feel better and the sad thing is that so many would rather take ...
Views: 1361 - Depression & Obsession: Social Media Disclaimers - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2016 from Ericka MartinAt no other time in history have we been able to connect so well with long-distance loved-ones, receive instant feedback on an idea, belly laugh at goofy memes, or find welcome distraction in someone else’s story. In many ways, social media has been a tremendous gift of connection and ...
Views: 1095 - Depression & Physical Fitness: How An Exercise Program Helps Depression Treatment & Boosts Mental Fitness - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2007 from Jon DysonThe Wonder Drug It is now becoming more accepted that a fitness program can act as a depression medication; that as a depression treatment it can boost mental fitness for life and at the same time it can reduce the risk of strokes? But why? The simple answer is that it is now understood that ...
Views: 2247 - Depression - All Types of Depression and Depression Symptoms - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2008 from Peter rodrickDepression is one of the most common mental illnesses with 10-15% of people suffering from depression at some stage in their lifetime. The general symptoms of depression include irritability, difficulty to concentrate, feelings of guilt or helplessness, reduced appetite, anxiety, loss of ...
Views: 2068 - Depression - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Peter samsIntroduction Depression is a "whole-body" illness, involving your body, mood, and thoughts. It affects the way you eat and sleep, the way you feel about yourself, and the way you think about things. A depressive disorder is not the same as a passing blue mood. It is not a sign of personal ...
Views: 1321 - Depression - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from Peter samsWhy Did the Great Depression Occur? Economists still cannot agree on what caused the Great Depression. Most however have agreed that it was a combination of events and decisions that came into play that caused the Great Depression. It has been suggested that people who tend to get depressed ...
Views: 810 - Depression - Information And Support - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Velma MerrickFeeling down from time to time is a normal part of life. But when emptiness and despair take hold and won't go away, it may be depression. More than just the temporary "blues," the lows of depression make it tough to function and enjoy life like you once did. Hobbies and friends don’t interest ...
Views: 1125 - Depression - Symptom Causes and Prevention - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2020 from Online sleeping PillsWhat Is Depression It is a normal thing to feel low in life sometimes. But when these feelings remain for a long time and do not leave you, then it can be depression or depression. In such a situation, life seems to be very dull and empty. In such a situation, neither friends look good nor ...
Views: 821 - Depression - Symptoms And Causes Of Depression - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Peter HutchResearch shows that depression runs in families and that some people inherit genes that make it more likely for them to get depressed. Not everyone who has the genetic makeup for depression gets depressed, though. And many people who have no family history of depression have the condition. So ...
Views: 864 - Depression :Dealing With It - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2008 from christopher williamOvercoming depression or getting over your depressed state could be quite a task, especially if you are on a guilt trip or you are deep in fear. Sometimes we feel down and do not even know why we are depressed or feel the way we do. Here are 3 ways to discover the cause of your depressed state ...
Views: 682 - Depression and African Americans: Why Blacks Need to Keep the Dialogue Going - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2018 from Tanisha HerrinPeople of all backgrounds experience depression, but in the black community, we feel it is something more than just prolonged feelings of sadness. It’s obvious it affects our community differently than other ethnic backgrounds. So why isn’t depression (black depression) discussed more often in ...
Views: 900 - Depression and Anxiety: Causes, Risks and Treatment with Xanax Online UK - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2020 from Jennifer AndersonFind the Link Between Your Depressive Thoughts and Anxiousness A 2010 study says millions of people have signs of depression and anxiety in their daily lives. Both mental disorders can occur at the same time in your life. In fact, health experts say more than 70 per cent of people have signs ...
Views: 562 - DEPRESSION AND CARDIAC DISEASES: HOW ARE THEY CORELATED? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2019 from Gaurav GautamDepression and cardiac surgeries are heavily correlated without a doubt and it’s necessary that one pays attention to all the factors that can lead to depression after or during the time one is suffering from any specific cardiac disease in views of a cardiologist in Darbhanga. The possibility ...
Views: 1072 - Depression And CHF- Efficient Treatments - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Alan B. DenskyCongestive heart failure, or CHF, is among the most common chronic health conditions in the United States. Almost five million individuals cope with this disease, and 500,000 others are diagnosed with CHF every year. This illness can be slightly problematic, or it can become disabling and ...
Views: 1545 - Depression and Despair - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2024 from Darlene LancerWhen reality doesn’t match our desires and childhood coping mechanisms fail us, life presents us with painful lessons that may lead to depression. We face painful lessons that can lead to depression. The patterns we developed in response to unmet childhood needs can strain our relationships. If ...
Views: 321 - Depression and diet go hand in hand - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Nicholas PollakNICHOLAS D. POLLAK CHt Clinical Hypnotherapist Certified Master Hypnotist Handwriting Analyst 310.204.3321 www.hypnotherapy4you.net nickpollak@hypnotherapy4you.net I received a phone call recently from a person who was in severe distress. She was crying into the phone and stated that ...
Views: 1621 - Depression and Global Consciousness - A Very Unique Perspective - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2014 from Janet PfeifferI recently read an article that described depression as "a psychological reaction to the violent deformities of the modern world." I found that statement deeply provocative and began to ponder it's meaning. "Anger turned inward" doesn't satisfy me anymore. I do not subscribe to the belief that ...
Views: 1669 - Depression And How To Talk Yourself Out Of It With Hypnotherapy - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2008 from Alan B. DenskySome people call it the 'blues' and some people call it the 'pits' and some call it 'feeling down in the dumps'. But whatever you may call it, being depressed is a horrible feeling. The most common types of depression are: Major Depression, which is characterized by sadness, Insomnia and ...
Views: 1244 - Depression and Its Types - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Allen JonesBe aware of the slow poisoning effect of depression. Yes its like a slow poison, you think that you are not in much trouble but in fact you are just happening to be in the middle of serious problem. It slowly covers your mind and makes you easy target for all kinds of diseases and mental ...
Views: 667 - Depression and Memory Loss - Is There a Connection? - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Greg FrostThere is a very big connection when you are talking about depression and memory loss and this is because of how depression works and how it affects the body and the mind. At its most unpleasant, depression leaves a small amount of corners of the human mind safe and sound. Countless people ...
Views: 1775 - Depression And Men The Rising Illness - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Collin CaminoThe failing economy and rising unemployment are just some of the issues that have contributed to the rise in emotional depression. Depression is actually one of the fasting growing illnesses in the world. The secret though is that more and more men are being diagnosed with depression. Depression ...
Views: 2497 - Depression And The Law Of Attraction - Part1 - by Submitted on May 14, 2008 from Gary EvansI’ve worked with several people who would classify themselves as depressed and by using the Law of Attraction and some other processes they’ve been able to pull themselves out of depression and are now happy, life-loving people. Let’s have a look at how it is ...
Views: 1100 - Depression And The Law Of Attraction - Part2 - by Submitted on May 18, 2008 from Gary EvansIn part 1 of this article, we discussed why people become depressed and how it’s possible to get out of that cycle of depression. When I say that getting out of it is easy, I really do mean it. The problem is that most people do not try this method of getting out of it, instead they rely ...
Views: 1163 - Depression and the Narcissist - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Sam VakninQuestion: My husband is a narcissist and is constantly depressed. Is there any connection between these two problems? Answer: Assuming that these are clinically established facts, there is no necessary connection between them. In other words, there is no proven high correlation between ...
Views: 3517 - Depression and the Three-Legged Stool - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2017 from Gary DirenfeldNot all depressions are the same and getting it right matters. Broadly speaking, depression can be divided into two types, exogenous and endogenous. This is not to say that any particular depression is necessarily one or the other. There can be factors of both at play and to different ...
Views: 1665 - Depression and ‘Treatment Resistance’ - by Submitted on May 28, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, either during or shortly after combat. The Mayo Clinic defines PTSD as having three main categories of symptoms: “re-experiencing symptoms,” “avoidance symptoms,” ...
Views: 1364 - Depression Anxiety Treatment - Different Approaches - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2020 from Betty WalterMost of the world population goes through mental disorders nowadays; an estimated amount of 50 % of the world’s population suffers from one or other forms of mental disorders. However, before you could go looking for the outpatient treatment of anxiety and depression, few things will help you ...
Views: 709 - Depression As An Evolutionary Adaptation: Unknown Facts About Depression Revealed By The Experts - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Michael LocklearRecent research suggests that depression may not be a disorder, but an evolutionary adaptation which brings certain mental and emotional advantages. Depressed people often report persistent rumination, which allows them to analyze complex social dilemmas more effectively, according to the ...
Views: 1367 - Depression Can Be A Result Of Hormone Imbalance - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Karen RothFor anyone who has experienced depression, it’s not a fun place to be. The feeling of sadness and despair can hang over you even though you can’t pinpoint any specific reason for feeling so down. Although many of life circumstances can contribute to depression, it can sometimes be ...
Views: 3285 - Depression Costs America as Much as the War in Afghanistan - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Michael LocklearDepression is a worldwide epidemic. According to the World Health Organization, it affects about 121 million people worldwide, and those numbers are increasing. Depressive disorders affect as many as 18.8 million American adults or about 9.5 percent of the U.S. population age 18 and older in a ...
Views: 1335 - Depression Doesn't Care - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2006 from Julie FastDepression Doesn’t Care I often think of the things I say in my books. I have to use the ideas myselfwhen I get sick. It’s not as though I have become super human in managing thisillness. (I wish.) One thing I often write about is how depression could careless about the reality of your life. ...
Views: 1435 - Depression Due to Obesity - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from William NortinWith today’s society being the way it is, being obese can be very difficult for any individual besides the fact that there obesity is affecting their health. It can affect someone’s mental health in ways that you may not have thought of. Typically, if you’re watching your favourite soap opera on ...
Views: 1067 - Depression During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Father DaveIn contemporary Western societies pregnancy is considered delightful, and all women are understood to be joyfully happy and at ease with their dreams of motherhood ultimately being realised. Nevertheless, while this picturesque interpretation exists, the reality remains that, no matter how ...
Views: 1499 - Depression Facts - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2008 from Erika RussinaDepression is a mood disorder that can impact your feelings, thoughts, relationships with other people, and even your day-to-day functioning. It is much more common than many people realize, affecting approximately 18 million Americans every year. The symptoms of depression include sadness or ...
Views: 1412 - Depression Facts & Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Erika RussinaDepression is a mood disorder that can impact your feelings, thoughts, relationships with other people, and even your day-to-day functioning. It is much more common than many people realize, affecting approximately 18 million Americans every year. The symptoms of depression include sadness or ...
Views: 1207 - Depression has a natural cure - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Daniel ChakrabortyThere is a very common perception in many of us that depression is caused by some chemical imbalance within our brains. This is a fact and what bothers us, are the reasons that have caused this chemical imbalance. You can call them distorted brain chemicals if you like to. But once you get the ...
Views: 860 - Depression Help – Psychotherapy through Instant Dream Translation - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Christina SponiasIf you are depressed all the time simply start writing down your dreams in a dream journal. You’ll discover a psychotherapist who sends you important messages in your own dreams. The unconscious mind that produces your dreams has a divine origin and works like a natural doctor. If you don’t ...
Views: 1790 - Depression Hurts: A potential Lead to And Alternative To Depression - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2012 from Jure DelavecI've not long ago produced an exceedingly startling discovery that has helped me to halt spiralling into bouts of melancholy. In the following paragraphs, I compose about this discovery which I really hope can help others to lead a great deal happier lives, totally free from panic and ...
Views: 814 - Depression in Children: Put a Stop to It Immediately - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Here’s a shocking statistic: based on a report published by Psychiatric Services, more than a million preschoolers are diagnosed with clinical depression every year. In fact, they composed one of the biggest markets for depression medications. ...
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