Depression - Management

Back Pain Could Be a Sign of Depression

One startling example of the mind-body connection is the link between back pain and depression.

Could Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Also Prevent Depression?

Commonly used to prevent coronary heart disease, statins may also lower the risk of major depression.

How Does Anxiety Differ for Women and Men?

When it comes to mental health disorders such as anxiety, there are big differences between the genders.

The Link Between Peripheral Artery Disease and Depression

Psychosocial factors like stress and depression can have an adverse effect on cardiac health. Here's what you can do.

Can Loneliness Be Deadly for the Elderly?

It's a real and hidden danger among the older generation. Here are ways to combat isolation.

Could a Blood Test Reveal Depression?

Typically diagnosed based on questions and answers, it's possible that the blood holds the truth about who is depressed.

Why Sleep Apnea Can Be a Road to Depression

This sleep disorder can do more than interrupt your rest.

A Depression Treatment Now Used for Pain

Typically a treatment for patients suffering from depression, transcranial direct current stimulation shows benefits for those coping with chronic pain.

Why Does Time Outside Boost Your Mood?

It's now a proven fact. Being in and around nature makes people feel good.

How Is Mental Illness Tested and Diagnosed?

How do doctors measure and diagnose conditions from anxiety to personality disorders, especially when there is more than one condition involved?

Even a Good Job Can Cause Depression

There's no debating the stress of some jobs. But even enjoyable work can encourage mood disorders.

Dealing With Mental Health Issues During a Financial Downturn

Learn how to keep your head up during these frightening economic times.

Health by the Numbers: Depression

For millions of Americans, depression is more than just a bout with "the blues"; it's a serious psychiatric disorder. Here's a look at the disease by the numbers.

Don't Let Work Stress Cause You to Overeat

Stress can stir up an emotional appetite that can lead to overeating. The best solution is to find something other than food to take the edge off.

Understanding Bipolar Disorder

Stress and bipolar disorder go hand in hand; each can trigger and exacerbate the other. What are the basics behind this mental health condition?

Help Your Teen Cope With Anxiety

As many as 25 percent of teens suffer from a form of anxiety. Use these tips to help your child cope.

Grow a Therapeutic Garden in Your Yard or Window Box

Boost your well-being with a fragrance garden. It's easy to grow therapeutic herbs and flowers with these tips.

How Grief Affects the Body

Not only is it emotionally painful, grief takes a toll on your physical health as well.

Why Do Headaches and Depression Go Together?

People who live with depression often also suffer from headaches. What's the link?

Psychotherapy: The Myths and the Facts

Strip away the stigma and misconceptions. Here are four common myths debunked.

Antidepressant Fears and Facts

What are common concerns about these highly-prescribed drugs?

What Can Aromatherapy Do for You?

Here's how certain natural scents may help improve your health and overall state of mind.

Should Your Broken Heart Be Treated Medically?

Broken Heart Syndrome can be harmful to your mind and body, and it can be treated.

Understanding Depression

Get the real story on America's most prevalent mental illness from symptoms and diagnosis to treatment.

8 Ways to Prevent Manic Episodes

Follow these tips to help reduce the likelihood of a manic episode.

Are You in a Toxic Relationship?

Learn how to spot the warning signs and break the vicious cycle.

Are You a Perfectionist?

Get the top eight signs, and learn how to break the cycle.

Depression in Older Adults

It's common for seniors to experience sadness and grief, but when these feelings are persistent, they may be a sign of depression.

Can You Really Learn to Forgive and Forget?

You've probably heard you should "forgive and forget." But new research shows old standard is flawed logic. Here's a better way to process your emotions.

7 Tips to Prevent Depression Relapse

Although depression is treatable, some patients, especially those with more severe cases, can suffer a relapse.
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