It is well known that aging comes with many stressors. The elderly are often subjected to stressful situations such as prolonged isolation and sadness. Also, they often have to deal…
Category: Depression
General information on a mood disorder called depression.
Adulthood Depression: Symptoms, Risks, and Coping Skills (Depression Series)
Depression is a word that is often used in today’s society to express feelings of being “down” or sad. However, major depression is a serious disorder marked by symptoms that…
Childhood Depression: What Parents Should Know? (Depression Series)
When people think about depression, they don’t often picture a child struggling with such an emotionally devastating disorder. Some may even forget that depression can occur at any age, starting…
Be Kind to Yourself This Winter
Winter can be difficult for all of us, especially for those who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). It is estimated that 10 million people suffer from SAD in the…
High School and Coping with a Mental Illness
They tell you before your freshman year that "the next four years are going to be the best time of your life." When you have a mental illness, all the…