Depression Free Articles - Page 8 of 10
Matt OConnor
Identify the Physical Symptoms of Anxiety
Fear, worry, and apprehension can be caused by many events. But when fear, worry, and apprehension are present on a person in an intense and irrational manner, possibly all at the same time, then he or she might be suffering from an anxiety attack. [Read More]
Alex Rider
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a horrible debilitating mental disorder brought about through terrifying experiences. This brief article goes some way to understanding PTSD's symptoms, causes and treatments. [Read More]
Matt OConnor
Understanding the Symptoms of Depression
Depression is characterized by two things: (1) a sudden drop or loss of interest on the daily activities including those that he or she once enjoyed, and (2) a depressed mood. If one of these two symptoms is present then it's fair to say that the person in question may be suffering from depression, whether they know it or not. [Read More]
Matt OConnor
What are the Common Symptoms of Clinical Depression?
Two of the most common symptoms of clinical depression are sadness (be it mild, moderate or severe) in the period of 2 weeks and anhedonia, or the condition wherein the person finds no pleasure on pleasurable activities such as eating, playing, socializing, and sexual interactions. [Read More]
Matt OConnor
What is Manic Depression?
Manic depression, also known as bipolar disorder, is a kind of mental or mood disorder that is characterized by an extreme shift of one's mood in a period of time. [Read More]
Matt OConnor
Pros and Cons of Taking Medication for Manic Depression
Medication is not usually used as a first line of defense against manic depression. Often, the patient has to undergo psychotherapy before the doctor will finally decide if he or she needs to take antidepressants. [Read More]
Matt OConnor
Bipolar Disorder: Which Treatment is Right for You?
Bipolar disorder is a mental condition that imposes a great deal of danger to its sufferers. The exact cause or reasons why it happens are still unknown to experts, but treatments come in a wide variety: psychotherapy, medication, alternative treatments, electroconvulsive therapy, and light therapy. [Read More]
Shari Ode
Overcome Depression Naturally
Taking the natural approach in managing your depression is becoming more popular these days. Prescription drugs are not the only way as this article discusses. [Read More]
Matt OConnor
Bipolar Disorder and the Result of Self-Injury
Bipolar disorder is a mental condition that can result in self-mutilation or self-injury. The mere thought is alarming enough but the reality is even more so since this disease can result in suicide. [Read More]
Matt OConnor
Problems with Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis that should be avoided
Currently, there is no laboratory or medical test that would give a straightforward conclusion that a person is suffering from bipolar disorder. So how do we treat a person suffering from this cruel condition? [Read More]
Graeme Lanham
Beat Depression with These Good Mood Foods
You CAN eat yourself happy. A few simple diet changes could make a huge difference to the way you feel. Read on to discover these "good mood foods." [Read More]
Graeme Lanham
Beating Depression. The Power of Pets
Did you know that if you suffer from bouts of stress, depression and anxiety, your pet could be one of your best "cures"? Having a cat or dog as a pet can protect you from numerous health problems including heart disease, cancer and depression. Surprised? Read on. [Read More]
Hector Milla
Depression; Treatments for Severe Depression
Depression affects the person physically, mentally and emotionally. Though there are many causes, it is only through proper treatment and with the help of a specialist that this can go away. [Read More]
Hector Milla
Fight up Depression with the Best Treatment
Prolonged sadness or popularly known as depression is factually quite rampant in a number of countries, especially in the United States, nearly 9.5% of the total population of the US have this problem. Nonetheless, only few of them may be treated and so depression along with its ill effects is continually bothering some people. [Read More]
Hector Milla
Severe Depression: The Symptoms of Depression
Depression is considered to be a disorder. This is because it involves everything in the patient's body, mood and thoughts. Anyone who has this won't be able to eat properly, sleep well, think about oneself and practically do anything. [Read More]