Addiction and depression are related. In fact, people who live with addictions to tobacco, gambling, and shoplifting are more likely to be experiencing depression as well. It is possible that people who are already experiencing the symptoms of depression are more susceptible to becoming addiction...
Bipolar disorder (previously called manic depressive disorder) is defined by at least one manic and one depressive occurrence either currently or in the past. It is commonly understood as the "mood swing" disorder and individuals often cycle between their normal state, depression and mania. Though...
Hallucinogenics to remedy depression is a little "trippin'." But retired clinical psychologist Clark Martin of Vancouver, Washington, has turned to psychedelics to remedy depression after traditional treatments brought him no relief. Martin suffers from kidney cancer and a resulting depression...
A diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder is given if an individual has been depressed for at least two weeks and if the person is obviously not functioning as previously. The person demonstrates problems at home, work or in relationships. For example, they might suddenly lay in bed all day and...
Those who ask the difficult questions, like “Why are we here?”, “From where do we derive morals?” and “What does it all really mean, when you get right down to it?” have given humanity amazing philosophical insights and ethical guidance. Unfortunately, thinking too much about these issues can...
If you are feeling a little down or depressed, it can seem like there is nothing you can do to improve your mood. That feeling of helplessness is actually a symptom of depression and it is useful to remind yourself that there are ways to decrease depression. 1. Get a pet - Extensive research...
When the dying tyrant Nero proclaimed on his death bed “Oh, what an artist that perishes in me!” his remarks reveal more than just the arrogance of history’s darkest man. They also reveal the almost immutable cultural connection between art and great suffering; between the artist and the sufferer....
Depression affects millions of people, some more than others. And in the middle of winter, it is even more prevalent. Here are five tips for beating depression: 1. Get More SunTry to get a minimum of 15-30 minutes per day of exposure to the sun. This is especially important in the winter...
A startling report issued on Thursday, November 18, 2010, by U.S. government researchers indicates that 20 percent (or 45 million) adults within the U.S. are mentally ill. Additionally over 11 million U.S. adults have a serious illness. The incidence of mental illness affects young adults, between...
Life is full of hazards that can affect our health and well being. It is amazing that most of us are able to hurdle these obstacles and overcome the adversities we are faced with everyday without our bodies succumbing to illness due to these risks and the ever present pressures of life. But we...
