It is fairly well known that depression is on the rise in developed countries. But what has not been so widely discussed in the media, is the fact that the disorder is also becoming increasingly common in children. It is estimated that up to three percent of children in America are depressed, and this figure…
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The brain is the most powerful organ in a human body, yet depression (like many other forms of mental illness) is still a largely stigmatized disorder. Unfortunately, it also happens to be a widespread problem, as an estimated 19 million adults in the United States alone live with it. Symptoms typically manifest in patients between…
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I am one of those individuals that took heavy anti-depression medications for years, with little to no results. For me, my depression has been a debilitating condition that caused me to do nothing, and experience virtually no life at all. After spending years of following the doctor’s advice, I finally took the problem into my…
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Before we talk about what depression is, let’s dispel some of the myths and misunderstandings about depression. First off, if you are depressed it does not mean you are weak. Both Winston Churchill and Abraham Lincoln are both revered heroes — and both suffered from serious depression during their lives. In fact there are many…
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If you have been feeling very down and out for a prolonged period of time, you may be suffering from depression. Almost everyone feels down from time to time. We all encounter disappointments and adverse events that make us feel down. However, if these feelings stay with you for several weeks, and they effect your…
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When it comes to depression, you may think of sadness, anger, and negative feelings all of the time. You may also think about therapy, medication, meditation, and some other common depression treatments. There are a few other ways that can be just as effective as those. You can treat your depression by using your mind…
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