Depression Articles
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Depression is the condition of feeling sad or despondent, but can more specifically refers to a mental illness when it has reached a severity and duration to warrant a diagnosis.
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What is Depression? by Dr. Timothy Sharp- Why Fix It If We Won't Own It? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Bill WhiteThere’s no way on earth we’ll have any chance, at all, of successfully managing our disorder if we can’t own up to, embrace, and engage that from which we’re suffering. And we have to acknowledge that this suffering has legitimate biological and psychological foundations. If we can’t ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Self Help - Helping Yourself and Others With Dianetics - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Leah FriedmanIt's a tradition that could be especially helpful in the wake of the recession, as people work to overcome the potentially devastating psychological effects associated with layoffs, foreclosures and the loss of businesses. Fortunately, Americans have come together to help one another--statistics ...
Views: 8(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Hurt Feelings vs. Hurt Heart - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Margaret PaulClifford, 42, married with children, told me during a phone session that he was tired of not feeling happy and joyous. "As a small child, I remember being so happy and excited about life. But my parents didn't receive me at all. They were indifferent to my creativity and ...
Views: 23(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Give Up My Most Prized Possession? No Way! - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Bill WhiteLet me share a cool story as to how I came to know and understand one of life’s greatest truths. Years ago, as my ex-wife and I were putting the final touches (as if we were painting a portrait) on our divorce arrangements, I was being asked to sacrifice yet more time with, and access to, my ...
Views: 16(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Avoiding Your Feelings? Find out Why and What to Do About It - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Ron FrederickWhy do people tend to avoid feeling their feelings? It has everything to do with our early experience in life - what we learned and what we didn't learn. As I talk to people across the nation, most people agree that they didn't really learn how to make good use of their feelings when they were ...
Views: 9(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Overcoming Girl Teenagers Low Self Esteem - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2009 from Ghyslain LefebvreIf you are like every parent out there, you constantly worry about your children every day. When they are babies, you worry they are going to fall and get hurt. When they start school, are they going fit in, are they going to make friends, are they going to like school? They get to the age of 9 ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - New Science Questions Theory of Antidepressant Drugs - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Byron RichardsEva Redei, David Lawrence Stein Professor of Psychiatry at Northwestern’s Feinberg School, has presented a study that throws a monkey wrench in the scientific rationale that is used to justify giving out antidepressant medication. She has clearly demonstrated, for the first time, that genes ...
Views: 24(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Anxiety And Depression After Binge Drinking - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2009 from Nathan TylerOn the morning following a night of binge drinking, it's not uncommon to be in a mild state of anxiety and depression. Many people drink alcohol completely unaware that it's a depressant and not a stimulant as most people would think. 3 out of 10 of teens engage in binge drinking once a week. ...
Views: 29(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - ***From Depression to Happiness in 7 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Timothy SharpMany people over the years have claimed to have found the secrets to happiness. Not many of them have had any sort of formal training in the understanding of human thinking and behaviour. Yet many of these have made lots of money selling products and services which have not always proven to be of ...
Views: 61(10 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - *** Which do we address first in wholistic care: body, emotions, mind, relationships or spirit? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Daniel BenorMany people with acute pain simply want to be rid of it, without giving it much of a second thought. A pain pill does the trick and they move on with their lives. They see no reason to poke about and ask whether there are any deeper understandings to be had about the pain. Most of the time, a ...
Views: 14(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - ***What is Depression? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Timothy SharpIf depression is the common cold of mental health problems (as it’s often been called) then there are literally millions of people around the world who’re coughing and sneezing at the moment. But the good news is that there are some very effective treatments for this common ailment and in this ...
Views: 51(6 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Depression self help - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from M.Farouk RadwanHow effective is depression medication I have helped thousands of people to get of depression on their own by teaching them depression self help methods. Lots of people mistakenly believe that drugs are the solution for depression while the truth is that psychotherapy is usually much more ...
Views: 34(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Counteracting Depression - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Mandy KloppersCounteracting Depression People who suffer from depression tend to be introspective. They attribute all failures to their own shortcomings/inadequacies and all successes are attributed externally. By this, I mean that they often do not give themselves credit for any success in their life, ...
Views: 30(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Living With A Serial Killer - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Liam O'SullivanIf a convicted serial killer moved in next door – would you choose to invite them round every day, feed them, ask them to stay over or even move in? Of course not! But many of us, every single day, live with the biggest serial killer the modern world has known – STRESS. We have invited it in ...
Views: 29(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Depression Counseling: There is Help and Hope - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Krystal KuehnA person can live forty days without food, seven days without water, and a few minutes without air; but he cannot live one second without hope. ~unknown Sometimes life can be so difficult, frustrating, and painful. There are times when we need someone to talk to who will listen, understand and ...
Views: 18You must read the article to rate it. - Are You Depressed? Or, Is It Something Else? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Ken FieldsThere is a saying that depression is anger turned in on itself. That means the anger that you may be holding within your mind has nowhere to go and rather than being expressed outwardly, it is festering inside. Like undigested food that turns putrid, the anger becomes depression. You feel lethargic ...
Views: 27(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Why Do We Suffer? Are You Suffering? Then You May Need to Rejoice! - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhy do people have to suffer? Do some people simply have bad luck or is there a good reason why we suffer? Why do we all get sick, grow old, and die? And is all suffering really bad, or is it actually a blessing in disguise, somehow? Here, I will outline some of the reasons why we suffer: • ...
Views: 35(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Marry Your Self First: Addiction, Depression, Divorce.... - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Ken DonaldsonI had a client say something very interesting to me last week…she suggested that because I was a mental health counselor, I, therefore, have minimal issues or challenges in my life. Ha! I wish! I shy away from sharing much of my personal story with my clients, as that is all part of having, ...
Views: 36(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Dealing with depression on your own - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from M.Farouk RadwanDepression self help I have helped thousands of people to get of depression on their own by teaching them depression self help methods. Lots of people mistakenly believe that drugs are the solution for depression while the truth is that psychotherapy is usually much more effective for treating ...
Views: 27You must read the article to rate it. - Emotional Abuse: What it is and why it is so important to recognize - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Roni Weisberg-Ross L.M.F.TSticks and stones may break my bones but … bullying and name-calling can emotionally scar me forever. Not the original ending to the classic verse, but probably the more accurate one. It seems that broken bones will heal far more quickly than a battered soul. Does this sound overly ...
Views: 38You must read the article to rate it. - Lunch With a Friend Taught the Meaning of Life - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Bill WhiteHooked-up with a friend I hadn’t seen in a while today. And I’m very glad we had lunch together. You know, the lessons life unexpectedly throws our way can be absolutely amazing. She taught me one such lesson. Suzanne and I were in the same cohort throughout grad school. I’ll never forget ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - Three Effective Ways to Reduce Stress and Depressed Mood During the Holidays - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Mark LakewoodThe holiday season is quickly approaching and many of us are preparing for this joyous time of the year. Some may embrace the holidays with cheer, hope, and thanksgiving while others may embrace the season with burden, anxiety, and personal failure. This article addresses three ways you can ...
Views: 32You must read the article to rate it. - Major Depression and Family - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Gary DirenfeldMajor Depression and Family While most people have experienced a period of feeling down or blue, those who experience major depression experience a far more profound sense of feeling overwhelmed by dread and despair. Their feelings may be independent of, somewhat dependent upon and at times ...
Views: 32(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Clinical Depression Symptoms - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from john blosseEvery year on average, one in four people in the UK suffer from some kind of mental health problem, anxiety and depression being the most common disorders. There has been a tenfold increase in depression since the Second World War the main form of depression is known as clinical depression. So what ...
Views: 36You must read the article to rate it. - Panic Attacks and Anxiety: Is Opening Up Worth the Risk? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Bill WhiteWithout a doubt, opening up has always been a toughie for me. Still can be. My issue has always been trust, trying my best to believe that those in whom I might confide will truly listen to all I have to say; and accept it, not necessarily in agreement, without passing judgment. God only knows ...
Views: 46(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Low Self Esteem? Are you suffering? - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Ghyslain LefebvreIt is a lot more common than you think. Millions of people suffer of low self esteem in the United States and a lot more throughout the world. If affects people of all ages, male or female. But how do you know if you are suffering of low self esteems? What are the signs? What are symptoms? ...
Views: 49(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The Unsung Truth - Food as a Natural Treatment for Depression - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Rebecca ShellyFood is nature’s way with supplying your body with what it needs and craves, including treatment for diseases and things like depression. If you are eating processed, sugar laden foods every cell in your body is screaming for nutrients. Most people don’t think of food as one of the ...
Views: 28(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Free Yourself From The Emotional Bully - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Allison LoveDid you ever have someone bully you when you were a school-aged child or as an adult? Maybe they put you down because of your looks, your family, where you lived, what you wore or your grades, causing you to feel badly about yourself. There could have been different ways you handled them; from ...
Views: 47(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Eradicating Depression Through Schema-Focused Therapy - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from James KrehbielSamantha moved to a large sprawling city to join her boyfriend. They carried on a long-distance relationship prior to her decision to move in with him. Unfortunately, the relationship did not last long, and she felt stuck in a city without a plan to move forward in a positive direction – she ...
Views: 28(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Beat Your Story of Depression - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Michael KnowlesAnd yes, there will be days on which you awaken and feel that Black Dog hanging over you like a suffocating blanket. Your mind will absolutely, positively believe it knows you are depressed again. Ah! Another one of those days, the story in your head goes. What's the point? I haven't the energy ...
Views: 33(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Beat the Winter Blues - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Carla MillerThe days are starting to get shorter and the nights are drawing in. Whether you’re one of the 10% of people who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or just a fan of sunshine, it can be common to feel a bit low in October so here are some top tips for beating the winter blues from ...
Views: 32You must read the article to rate it. - Getting Through The Winter Blues - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonEverybody seems to be talking about the weather. Yet again in the Isle of Man, and throughout much of the UK, it has been a disappointing summer. Too little sun and far too much rain would seem to be the general consensus. I have lost count of the number of times that I have seen would-be floods ...
Views: 29You must read the article to rate it. - The Causes Of Anxiety And Depression - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Nathan TylerEveryone goes through stages of anxiety and depression in their lifetime. It's normal to occasionally feel this way when we've got a lot going on. Losing a loved one or finding yourself unemployed can lead to emotions of sadness, pain, worry and hopelessness. Anxiety and depression are ...
Views: 45(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Adult Depression and Childhood Abuse - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Roni Weisberg-Ross L.M.F.TOver the years I’ve discovered that a significant proportion of adult clients who present with depression have a history of childhood abuse. The abuse may have been sexual, physical and/or emotional. At first I attributed this to the fact that I specialize in abuse and many clients who come to ...
Views: 59(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Free Stress Reducer for Treating Depression Naturally - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Rebecca ShellyDid you know that long term stress reduces serotonin levels? Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in the brain which helps us feel good. To make matters worse stress also releases cortisol, a hormone produced in the adrenal gland which also can lead to depression. This hormone also reduces serotonin ...
Views: 46(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Overcoming Low Self Esteem - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Ghyslain LefebvreLOW SELF ESTEEM is everywhere now days. For example, do you know that seven million girls and women have eating disorders, compared with 1 million boys and men. Ten percent report onset at 10 years or younger; 33 percent ages 11 to 15. Do you know that twenty percent College-aged women in ...
Views: 56You must read the article to rate it. - Learn about Neuronutrients - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from i-Supplements comIn today’s hectic lifestyle, stress and anxiety can wreak havoc on a person’s mental health. It doesn’t matter if you’re sitting in a traffic jam, you run a small business, or you’re the CEO of a multi-billion dollar company, managing your mind in a healthy way is an important part of ...
Views: 40(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Feelings of Depression and Anxiety - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Tracey MulryWhen you are feeling like there is no tomorrow and everything looks bleak, are you feeling depressed and/or anxious? Are you feeling embarrassed and don’t want to talk to your friends, parents or even a doctor because they may not understand? Depression is very common and everyone suffers ...
Views: 50(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Best Foods to Fight Stress - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Susan DykesStress – a high dollar word with overloaded explanations. People losing homes, loved ones and jobs donate to one group of stress pupils, while those with punishing routines, i.e. diets, exercise, Type A personalities, and low self-esteem contribute to another. Regardless of the group you fall ...
Views: 67(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Is Depression Being Mistaken for Old Age? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Lori SomekhDepression disproportionately affects the elderly. Unfortunately many times the signs of depression can be confused with signs of aging. In order to properly diagnose and treat depression in the elderly, individuals, their care takers and health care providers need to be vigilant in looking for ...
Views: 47(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Suicidal Ideations - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockAlthough suicide is a fairly heavy topic and conjures up all kinds of negative images, nevertheless it should be talked about, however briefly within this scope. When deciding what aspects to cover with this topic, and there are many, I decided to talk about risk assessment. One of the most ...
Views: 53(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - BACK TO SCHOOL WITH DEPRESSION ~ Successful Mental Health Tips for College Students - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Agnes B. LevineIt's been an exciting start for students returning to school and especially for those entering college for the first time! By now, everybody is in his or her dorm and happy with his or her class schedule. Hopefully, meal plans and textbooks are coming together smoothly, too. Prayerfully, you ...
Views: 57(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Can Coffee be an Antidepressant? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn America, we consume over 400 million cups of coffee every day. Ever wonder why so many of us make such a lustful beeline for our caffeine? Could it be the oodles of antioxidants it contains? Or that science has revealed its health benefits, including lowered risk of diabetes, Parkinson’s ...
Views: 57(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Imagine a Better Life - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Judi MoreoWhen you were a child, did you ever imagine yourself to be something else….like a princess, a cowboy, an astronaut, a doctor, or some other character. I did. I would transform myself into a particular character for a period of time and have a wonderful adventure. My favorite was to imagine ...
Views: 55(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Surrogacy and Postpartum Depression - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Sharon LaMotheThe Third Party- Surrogacy and Postpartum Depression Intended Parents have several concerns before, during and after they have a baby through surrogacy. Some, but not all, have a great relationship with their surrogate and worry how she is going to react once the baby is born. Is she going to ...
Views: 53(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Moving Through Grief on Foot - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from FSB AuthorsAfter my 16-year-old son Justin died, I learned that some journeys can only be made on foot, and grieving is one of them. You can't fly across it to avoid touching down in the pain. You can't cruise through it by car and watch the landscape through a half-open window. You can't swim through the ...
Views: 59(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Is your Inner Critic in charge of how you feel about yourself? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Astra NiedraMost of us are aware of being self critical, at best occasionally or at worst so often that no matter what we do or how we live our lives, we never feel good about ourselves. This self-criticism is actually an inner self, the Critic, who can be identified, separated from and dialogued with. This ...
Views: 56(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Don't fake it, FEEL IT ! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from shayne hammondSuccess in any situation in life is only a feeling away. "He that loveth not knoweth not God; for GOD is LOVE." 1 John 4:8 Access the FEELING of LOVE and you have accessed the POWER of GOD. Often when faced with negative circumstances we think the circumstance or situation is harming or ...
Views: 52(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Your power is NOW - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from shayne hammond"NOW faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." Heb 11:1 Whether your'e thinking about yesterday, pondering the events of today, visualising your future in ten years time, or remembering an experience in your childhood, you are creating NOW, in this ...
Views: 64(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Panick Attacks Cure | Anxiety Symptoms - tackled and beaten, Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Catherine KOZARPart 2 One of the major key factors that differs from those who fully eliminate panic attacks from their lives and those who do not, is not medication, lifestyle changes, or relaxation exercises. It is when the individual no longer fears the thought of having a panic attack.. Some may think this ...
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