Depression - Original Articles

Should You Stay on Your Antidepressants?

If you're prescribed antidepressants, you may have a few questions concerning how long you should keep taking them. Here, the answers to your most pertinent questions.

Anxiety and Life Changes

We all know that little saying, "the only constant in life is change?" Well for those who suffer from anxiety, change can be a big problem.

The Dangers of Self-Medicating

Sometimes you know what you need to feel better and other times you think you know. Find out when you need to rethink you treatment habits.

Childhood Anxiety vs. Depression

Anxiety and depression symptoms often go hand in hand in adolescents. Yet when it comes to addressing these issues, it's best to consider them as two distinct diagnoses that may just happen to co-exist.

Marriage Could Ward Off Depression

Taking part in a healthy marriage may make you happier in all aspects of your life.

Is Loneliness Contagious?

Is loneliness contagious? According to recent studies, it is.

The Benefits of Optimism

After more than a half century, publishers are re-releasing the landmark book, The Power of Positive Thinking, by Norman Vincent Peale. Is the idea of positive thinking just a great topic for selling books, or does it really improve your mental well being, especially when it comes to depression?

Depression Treatment Options

If your doctor recently diagnosed you with depression, you probably have many questions about what to expect from treatment. Here s what you need to know about the most frequently used treatment options.

Top Health Reasons Why Young People Die

The three leading causes of death in young people are accidents, homicides, and suicide. Find out about the underlying health causes and how these deaths can be prevented.

The Link between Parenting Styles and a Child's Behavior

How one's parents can have a direct effect on a child's behavior including his outlook on the world around him.

Coping with Loneliness

Studies show increased loneliness in America. Find out how to cope with loneliness through 7 healthy strategies.

How Much Sadness is Normal?

Experts talk about the blurring of the distinction between normal sadness and depression.

Eating Habits and Mood

Sure, how we eat affects us physically. What you may not know, however, is how your eating habits can affect your mood.

Are You Anxious All the Time? 10 Tips for Relief

While it's normal to feel anxious from time to time, if you have ongoing anxiety that's interfering with your work, relationships, and daily activities, it's time to do something about it. Try out 10 tips to get relief.

Better Health Results in a Better Sex Life

Good health ups the odds that you and your partner will have a better time in bed.

Expert Advice: Pregnancy and Depression

Postpartum depression is a common, and troublesome, occurrence. Psychologist Debra Warner explores the issue in her weekly column.

Frequent Moves in Childhood Tied to Teen Suicide Risk

The risk of suicide increases directly with the number of times a child or adolescent moves, says a recent study.

Dark Chocolate for Stress

A new study shows that enjoying a little dark chocolate on a regular basis may lower your stress level.

Perspectives Relating to Children and Lying

How much of a cause for concern is it when children lie?

Gender Communication Styles and Emotional Discomfort

Find out how communication breakdowns can cause real emotional issues down the road.

When Does Depression Peak?

Research shows that we are most likely to feel depressed when we reach middle age.

Conduct Disorder and Your Child

Almost five percent of all American children are diagnosed with this disruptive disorder.

Holiday Recovery: Keep Post-Holiday Happiness Alive

What happens after the presents are opened, the eggnog is finished, and all the relatives have gone? You don t have to lose yourself to the post-holiday blues this year. Try out some proven strategies to keep post-holiday happiness alive.

Social Factors for LGBT Youth

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) youth face distinct challenges both in school and out. It is important for parents and educators to understand the high levels of stress that LGBT youth feel and to be able to recognize warning signs associated with that stress.

Should You Use Antidepressants?

Antidepressants are a common choice of treatment for adults with moderate to severe depression. Studies show that although antidepressants may not cure depression, they can reduce depression symptoms. But are antidepressants right for you?

Is It Dementia or Something Else?

Dementia and pseudo-dementia are two conditions whose symptoms closely resemble one another. The recommended treatments and probable outcomes for each condition, however, vary greatly.

Could Your Carb Cravings be a Sign of Depression?

Research shows that eating carbohydrates can provide an instant mood lift because they trigger the release of serotonin, the feel-good hormone .

The Link between Your Weight and Personality Disorders

Studies show that overweight women were at a greater risk of antisocial, paranoid, and avoidant personality disorders.

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How to Combat Holiday Depression

Do the holidays take a toll on your mood year after year? Put into practice some proven tools to combat holiday depression and you could make this holiday season one of the best ones yet.
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