When you think about depression, you may picture sadness, low energy and losing interest in things that used to bring you joy. While that’s true, not all depression looks the same. Two of the most common types are major depressive disorder (MDD), also called major...
Sleep and mental health are deeply connected, and if you don’t take care of this relationship, it can create a problematic cycle. Poor sleep can increase your risk for depression, and depression can make your sleep problems worse. However, sleep scheduling as a...
When you’re experiencing waves of depression, it helps to know which gentle tugs will steer you back toward dry land. While there’s no single fix for a depressive episode that works for everyone, there are many things you can do to uplift your mental and...
People often associate the fall season with crisp air, pumpkin patches and warm cinnamon-flavored drinks. While there are many positive things that are common during this time of year, they don’t automatically make the difficult stuff go away, like your depression...
The reduced sunlight and time spent indoors during the colder months can give anyone the “winter blues.” Some people experience more severe seasonal depression symptoms, especially those who live in places that receive little sunlight during the winter. Exposure to...
One of the first effects of alcohol use is being able to forget about your worries and feel good for a while. Many people who have depression start drinking for the temporary relief it provides. However, both untreated depression and long-term alcohol use come with...
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