Category: Postpartum Depression
The Links Between Inflammation And Depression – And How To Reduce Them
Around 280 million people live with depression, according to the World Health Organization. Depression is a common mental health condition that can have debilitating impacts on those who suffer from it. It can cause people to feel tired and lethargic, despondent and miserable, and sometimes it can even impact the ability to go to work…
Are People Who Wake Up Earlier Happier Than Those Who Sleep In?
You’ve no doubt heard the old expression, “early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.” But where does that sentiment, old as it is, come from? Are people who rise early in the morning healthier? Well, we know that good sleep habits, getting a good amount of sleep, and achieving…
Can Caring For A Dog Or Other Pet Help With Depression And Anxiety?
Pet owners will tell you that their furry friend brings a lot of joy to their life. But what even they might not know is that sharing your life with a beloved pet can have significant benefits to both your physical and mental health. The bond between man (or woman) and dog is noted in…
Do Sleep Habits Affect OCD And Anxiety?
When we think of anxiety disorders one of the most prevalent issues is obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). People with OCD often have repeating thoughts that cause them exhibit compulsive behaviors. These behaviors can be the best way to alleviate their anxiety in some way. These can be small repetitive actions that generally have nothing to do…
How Do Sleep Habits Affect Depression?
If you suffer from depression or are at risk of suffering chronic depression, you might want to consider your sleep habits. Not everyone is able to get into a sleep pattern that is conducive to eight hours of deep and restful sleep. Some people are night owls, staying up late watching TV, reading, or playing…
How Stress Affects Depression And Our Overall Mental Health
The entire world has experienced something that has never happened before – a pandemic and social media interaction. The global pandemic, while not the first such event, happened occurred with the added bonus of TV and social media to connect us daily to the stress and suffering on every part of the globe. Many of…
Tips For Surviving Bipolar Disorder
People with bipolar disorder experience mood swings that range from depressive lows to manic highs. Unfortunately, nobody knows the exact cause of this disorder. Treatment Modalities When it comes to treating bipolar disorder a combination of medication and psychotherapy should be used as patients learn self-management skills. These skills are important as they teach the…
How Insomnia May Lead To Depression
Insomnia is considered a hallmark of depression today. In fact, about 80% of people who are depressed say they either have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Only about 15% of people who feel depressed find themselves sleeping excessively. Understanding the Relationship Between Insomnia and Feeling Depressed Research shows that the inability to sleep may…
Yoga Hailed As New Treatment For Depression
A new psychiatric study has offered evidence that yoga can be used as a treatment for depression. The study divided 30 subjects into two groups which received either two or three yoga classes a week. After 12 weeks psychiatrists determined that all of the subjects reported a decrease in anxiety and an increase in overall…
Using Light Therapy For Depression Treatment
Throughout the fall and winter many people struggle with low moods and motivation. Some people can distinguish these feelings from depression, which is when doctors diagnose it as SAD (seasonal affective disorder). While you may think that the reasons these feelings emerge at this time of the year are mainly psychological (e.g. we’re past the…
How Your Brain Has You Stuck In The Negative
Feelings of depression cause us to become stuck in a cycle of repetitive thoughts and negative thinking. Whether we regret the past, are judging ourselves harshly, blaming others for our problems, or anticipating a bleak future these thoughts make us feel sad, ashamed, and angry. This is a perpetual cycle that prevents us from being…
Postpartum Depression: Symptoms and Treatment
The birth of a baby can be a joyous and memorable time filled with celebrations for the entire family. That being said, a new baby can also bring a flood of more negative emotions for the new mom. Between the stressors of taking care of a new life and doing so with little sleep and…