Symptoms of Depression Affecting Women

Being sad in response to life’s difficulties is a natural emotional reaction that many of us go through. Depression is different from being sad for a little time. Depression often leads to the feeling of being ‘down’ for a prolonged time. This medical condition can result in severe symptoms that affect you physically and mentally, […]

Is There Any Link between Insomnia and Depression?

Many people with depression also have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. That isn’t just a coincidence; one of the most common symptoms of depression is insomnia. There is a definite link between the two conditions. That is not to say that everyone who has trouble sleeping is depressed. In fact, insomnia affects one out […]

Factors Responsible for Treatment-Resistant Depression among Patients

If you’re being treated for depression, it’s often hard to see any progress, and that progress usually comes slowly. There are a lucky few who find the right medications for their bodies and can recover quickly, but for most of us, it’s a less straightforward journey. There are even some people who suffer from treatment-resistant […]

Depression During Pregnancy: How It Affects Your Baby

Pregnancy is supposed to be a happy time. You’ve heard about the pregnancy glow, right? It’s a fun time when you set-up the nursery and open shower gifts. Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman’s life but it can also be an emotionally unsettling time. Women are more at risk of depression while they […]

How to Support a Depressed or Anxious Family Member

When someone you love suffers from depression or anxiety, everyday life can be a struggle for them. Your support and understanding can make a huge difference on their road to recovery. But where can you begin? Use the tips below to help your depressed or anxious family member on their way to coping with and […]

Depression and Diet

I found this article in one of my doctorate program folders and found it interesting and thought that I would share.  Some of the information is dated and I’m sure there are more current articles but the information is interesting.  When you are struggling with depression, you will need an arsenal to combat it so that […]

Glyphosate? What is that and does it cause changes in our moods.

I have spent years studying nutrition.  We all would like to think that we are eating healthy foods, but do we know what is healthy.  However, until I really dove into the literature, what I thought was healthy was not! I could literally go on for hours on this subject for many reasons, but for now, […]