Depression is often treated with antidepressants. Not always, but typically. These are drugs taken on a regular basis in dosages as prescribed by a professional, and they’re useful in general to suppress depressive symptoms, including in cases of drug rehab and related medical necessities. But as I said, not everyone needs an antidepressant. And while …

If you suffer from depression, you may have asked yourself … “Is my depression getting better?” Like most mental illnesses, it’s subjective. Everyone has their own experiences. No one can step onto a soapbox and proclaim what it’s like for everyone with depression, just like no one can step onto a soapbox and say “this …

350 million people live with depression. Depression comes in many shapes and forms, as we discuss later – and one of those forms is PDD, or persistent depressive disorder, also known as chronic depression. It used to have another old name you might recognize: dysthymia. In essence, this is a depressive disorder that goes on …

Abraham Lincoln, Emily Dickenson, and Vincent Van Gogh all had highly developed intellects. That wasn’t the only thing they shared. Experts now believe they all may have shared the same mental condition, which supports the theory that people with developed intelligence may be more susceptible to mental conditions, like depression. This topic is up for …

For those of us who cheer on our favorite professional athlete each week, or watch our favorite celebrity on television each week, it is hard to believe famous people could have depression. Professional athletes and celebrities seem to have it all, perfect bodies, money, adoring fans everywhere, a lifestyle most dream about. This leads to …

Do you feel like you may be suffering from post holiday depression? December was great. You were on an emotional high from hanging out with friends and family, getting and giving gifts, attending parties and feeling excited for an upcoming fresh start. You were confident the New Year was going to be fantastic. Now you …