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Natural Remedy for Depression, Anxiety, and Pain

Jun 14, 2016 · UHN Staff · Depression

In a previous article, we discussed using oregano oil to improve the health of your heart. But, the benefits of oregano oil are not limited to cardiovascular health. The simple fact is that you can spend less than you would on a typical lunch for an entire month’s supply of oregano oil and … Read More

What Is Bipolar Depression?

May 18, 2016 · JoAnn Milivojevic · Depression

What is bipolar depression? It’s a phrase used typically to describe bipolar disorder, but in reality, bipolar disorder isn’t actually a type of depression. It’s often included in discussions of depression, however, because a person with bipolar disorder has extreme mood shifts. Those moods are very low or very high, … Read More

Feelings of worthlessness, self-hate, or guilt are among the symptoms that accompany depression.

Depression Definition: More Than Just “Down in the Dumps”?

May 18, 2016 · Alison Palkhivala · Depression

It’s not always easy for us to determine whether we’re simply down in the dumps or suffering from a form of depression. If you’ve struggled with that question, consider the depression symptoms that are most common. The list includes: Persistent sadness or low mood (some people feel more numb than … Read More

Do Antidepressants Work? A Critical Look at America’s Top Prescription

Jan 19, 2016 · UHN Staff · Depression

Anyone who is suffering from depression can now easily get a prescription from their family doctor. But first, it's important to ask a crucial question: do antidepressants work? More and more research is generally saying no; you would receive about as much benefit from a placebo (an inactive, fake, or "dummy" medication.) … Read More

What Do Antibiotics Do to Your Body? The Antibiotic Dilemma, Part 1

Jan 18, 2016 · UHN Staff · Depression

I can’t count the number of times I have been prescribed an antibiotic in my life. There were the multiple cases of strep throat when I was young. And the many times I have had ear infections, bladder infections, and other mild infections. Most of the time, I blindly accepted … Read More

Do Seasonal Affective Disorder Lights Work? How to Use Bright Light Therapy for SAD

Jan 13, 2016 · UHN Staff · Depression

I live in Seattle, where the clouds hide the sun for most of the winter (and much of the spring and fall, too). So far this year we have had some particularly dark days - record setting dark days, in fact. Many people are greatly affected by lack of light … Read More

Depression and Anxiety in Children: Symptoms To Watch For

Dec 22, 2015 · UHN Staff · Depression

Are mealtimes in your household a constant struggle over trying to get your kids to eat certain foods? Is your kid bored regularly? Are they irritable? While these behaviors are certainly not out of the ordinary when they occur from time to time, if they occur too often, there may … Read More

Why Signs of Anxiety in Women Differ from Men’s Anxiety Symptoms

Dec 2, 2015 · UHN Staff · Depression

Anxiety disorders affect over 40 million Americans each year, and just like pairs of shoes and beauty items, women have significantly more anxiety episodes than men.[1] While each person is unique, in general, women tend to externalize feelings of anxiety while men internalize their feelings. However, there are a few commonalities … Read More

What is Music Therapy? Find Natural Anxiety Relief, Fight Depression, Reduce Blood Pressure, and More With This Alternative Approach

Nov 11, 2015 · UHN Staff · Depression

I love music; I listen to it while driving, working, doing chores, relaxing, and even when I am exercising. And while not everyone likes the same kind, most people would agree that listening to music is a pleasant and oftentimes mood-boosting experience. In fact, music can have such a profound … Read More

Omega 3 Is One of the Top Natural Mood Enhancers for Depression

Nov 7, 2015 · UHN Staff · Depression

Omega 3 has long been thought to be an essential nutrient vital to a long and healthy life. Since the 1930’s, omega-3 fatty acids have been on our radar, and even modern day medicines like Lovaza make it an essential part of their chemical makeup. Although the FDA has only … Read More

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