There are many contributing causes to feelings of depression. These can range from the loss of a loved one or pet, to genetics. Unfortunately there is one cause that many people are not aware of; the medications that we take to for other health issues often have...

Many people suffer from depression and do not seek treatment for their condition. Depression is recognized as a mental illness and the best way to get through these tough times is to get some help. (...)

Studies indicate that there over 20 million individuals in the United States that suffer ongoing depression. If you find that you tend to suffer the specific signs of depression, you certainly are not alone. (...)

We all feel a little blue from time to time. Life can throw one curve ball after another at us and wear down our inner joy. The question is though, how can we tell when that gloomy feeling has progressed to a form of depression? Knowing the symptoms and...

When it comes to depression, you may just think about the causes or the really bad effects. They are not the only things to consider. Consider what people with depression feel daily. It's a mental and physical illness that is tough for the person with it every single...

Treating depression does not need to be an intimidating experience, at a time when the individual already feels overwhelmed. The information disseminated by family, friends and the physician can often be overwhelming to the individual attempting to overcome their...

Many individuals in the community suffer from depression, and have had the condition for years. If you are one of those individuals that know you are depressed, more than not, it is important to seek out information on how to alleviate many of the signs and symptoms. (...)

Teen depression is a very serious issue within our society, but has only received serious attention within the last twenty years. Researchers have found that many teens who suffer from depression also suffer from other mental disorders including social phobia,...

Everyone goes through the doldrums at one time or another. However, you have to know the difference between just the regular blues and major depression. Sometimes what starts out to be a minor case of the blues can end up dragging you down so much that it results in...

Although many medical professionals are recommending talking therapies for treating depression, the prescription of antidepressants is still commonplace. There are currently over thirty different kinds, so a patient may be prescribed several variants before finding...

Postpartum depression is entirely different from the ìbaby bluesî that women often suffer from the first few weeks after giving birth. Women will often have difficulty sleeping, feel moody and cry easily, and feel completely overwhelmed. (...)

It is estimated that in the United States approximately 17 ñ 18 million Americans suffer from depression every year. Of those people, only 5 to 6 million people actually seek treatment. This is unfortunate, because depression is a treatable medical condition. (...)

Many people feel the pains of depression when they can't get out of bed each morning or they suffer from constant anxiety. Even if your antidepressant medication is helping, you can't help but feel like your depression will never end. (...)

If you have been diagnosed with a depressive disorder, you may be feeling a lot of anxiety. However, this diagnosis is the perfect opportunity to improve your life. Most cases of depression have a biological basis. (...)