In this day and age, hopelessness is rampant. There are many valid reasons why people are losing hope in the world today. Even when the reasons are valid, it is important not to give up hope. (...)

Dealing with depression is more than just having the ability to handle the blues. When left untreated, it can be an instant killer, especially among the younger generation. Many individuals often suffer with the side effects for years, because they simply want to...

I am one of those individuals that took heavy anti-depression medications for years, with little to no results. For me, my depression has been a debilitating condition that caused me to do nothing, and experience virtually no life at all. (...)

Do you have a friend or family member that suffers from depression or perhaps bipolar disorder? Not only is this very upsetting to the depressed person, but it can cause much frustration in those among their family and friends. (...)

If you are like me and prefer not to put any chemicals in your body in the form of drugs and medication, you need to find a natural alternative. But what if you suffer from depression that requires you to constantly take medication just so that you can function...

Not every answer for combating depression can be found at the bottom of a medication bottle. There are other ways of handling the condition including visualization. If you feel like you are experiencing a strong level of depression, it is best to seek out a physician...

Whether it be a close friend or family member, it's hard to discover that someone close to you is suffering from depression. You want to help in some way, to ease their pain, to let them know that you are there for them. (...)

It does not take a clinical psychologist, or neurological surgeon, to determine whether or not an individual is depressed. You likely feel moody, and empty inside. There is probably a high level of hopelessness and helplessness that leaves you with the sensation that...

Millions of individuals worldwide are affected by depression, and believe that there is no way to alleviate the pain and suffering experience. However, there are effective ways to treat depression through research and action. (...)

Clinical depression or major depressive disorder is much more than just feeling slightly down or momentarily sad. It is a serious medical illness that takes all joy out of your life. It makes you feel total despair. (...)

Introduction Many people describe depression as a severe case in which someone feels extreme inadequacy, and feels useless within themselves the majority of the time. It can be a mental condition that can result in a lack of goals, desire and motivation and in the...

Childhood depression is on the rise in America and other developed countries. It is estimated that as many as one in thirty children will experience depression at some point, and all indications are that this number is rising. (...)

When it comes to depression, you may think of sadness, anger, and negative feelings all of the time. You may also think about therapy, medication, meditation, and some other common depression treatments. (...)

Before we talk about what depression is, let's dispel some of the myths and misunderstandings about depression. First off, if you are depressed it does not mean you are weak. Both Winston Churchill and Abraham Lincoln are both revered heroes --- and both suffered...