When elderly parents start exhibiting signs such as forgetting appointments, repeating questions hundreds of times, or having difficulty keeping the flow of a conversation, their loved ones or other family members may start worrying if
Depression and alcohol/drug use can negatively interact and lead to further complications for an individual. Initially, you might turn to alcohol or other drugs to try to soothe away sadness, worry, or emptiness. However, with
The passing of actress Hayden Panettiere reopened painful wounds many families know all too well. In her memoir, Panettiere wrote about spiraling between postpartum depression and substance abuse. She described how just when she thought
Mental health conditions exist on a spectrum. Many people experience periods of depression, anxiety, emotional distress, or mood changes that can be managed through outpatient therapy, medication, and support from loved ones. However, there are
Major depressive disorder (MDD) can feel like a huge weight you have to carry around every day. According to a study published by ScienceDirect, an estimated 280 million people worldwide are affected by MDD. Many
Why is it that every day, and especially at night, when you are trying to close your eyes to sleep, you feel guilty? Guilty about the day you just had. Guilty about how you interacted
Why is it that every day, and especially at night, when you are trying to close your eyes to sleep, you feel guilty? Guilty about the day you just had. Guilty about how you interacted
High suicide rate in doctors struggling with their own mental health and suicidal thoughts. Why are our Doctors suffering?
Depression is a complex psychological disorder that can significantly impair memory and many other cognitive processes. Although the symptoms of depression might vary, memory loss (like confusion and forgetfulness) is a common complaint.
Can depression
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that directly targets the identification and change of negative thought patterns in an individual. It is an effective talk therapy that is widely accepted and implemented
