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How to De-stress Your Life: 4 Simples Steps to Break Email Obsession

Mar 23, 2015 · UHN Staff · Depression

Do you refresh your inbox every few minutes throughout the day? Do you check your smart phone regularly while on lunch, at home in the evenings, and on the weekends to make sure you haven’t received any new messages? Constantly checking emails is something many of us do (myself included). … Read More

Breathing Exercise for Natural Stress Relief

Jan 16, 2015 · UHN Staff · Depression

It’s very hard to use willpower or talk yourself out of feeling stressed—the mind is really bad at telling itself what to do. But in the video above, Dr. Jane Tornatore, PhD, a psychotherapist in private practice, shows us a powerful tool that help you control how your mind and … Read More

How to Get Motivated to Exercise

Oct 28, 2013 · Jami Cooley, RN, CNWC · Depression

“I know exercise is good for me, but I just don’t have the motivation to do it.” Sound familiar? That’s a common complaint, and motivation is especially difficult when you feel depressed, anxious or tired all the time. Sitting in front of the television or browsing the web to “numb” your … Read More

How to Beat Depression Naturally: News Bulletin for October 4, 2013

Oct 4, 2013 · UHN Staff · Depression

Anxiety, Insomnia & Depression, Oh My! The Guardian Express recently reported on how to beat depression, anxiety and sleep disturbances using natural remedies like essential oils, melatonin, and herbs. The top recommendations include: Try diffusing essential oils that are soothing and relaxing such as, Lavender or Chamomile. At bed-time, these … Read More

Experts Discuss Unsuspected Causes of Depression, Mental Illness and Violent Behavior in America: News Bulletin for August 30, 2013

Aug 30, 2013 · UHN Staff · Depression

When scientists broach the subject of the causes of depression, the conversation immediately begins with genetics, hormonal or chemical imbalances, or even a history of some type of tragic or sad event in a person’s life. While these no doubt contribute to depressive symptoms, there is another factor to consider … Read More

Is Organic Food Better for You? Pesticide-Free Makes All the Difference!

Jul 31, 2013 · UHN Staff · Depression

Use of Pesticides Linked to Depression A recent study from France shows that farmers who use weedkillers are more than twice as likely to suffer from depression than farmers who don’t use the chemicals. And, farmers who had greater exposure – either more hours or longer years using weedkillers – had … Read More

Natural Remedies for Depression: News Bulletin for July 26, 2013

Jul 26, 2013 · UHN Staff · Depression

Alternative Treatments for Depression Dr. John M. Grohol, Psy.D, founder and CEO of Psych Central, recently published a list of the top alternative medicine treatments for depression. Dr. Grohol explains, “Few people want to take a prescription medication (often because of the cost or side effects) when something else might … Read More

Vitamin Deficiency Symptoms: Depression, Anxiety and More

Jun 20, 2013 · UHN Staff · Depression

Two Columbia University psychiatry researchers are on a mission to get healthcare providers to recognize vitamin deficiency symptoms and treat vitamin deficiencies among patients with mental health issues like depression and anxiety. People today are overfed but undernourished and vitamin deficiencies are common risk factors for mental health disorders, according … Read More

Signs of Depression in Men Include High Homocysteine Levels

Jun 10, 2013 · UHN Staff · Depression

High homocysteine levels in the blood may be linked to signs of depression in men. To find out, a team of French researchers from the Center for Research in Epidemiology and Population Health at the University of Versailles recently looked at a large community sample including both men and women … Read More

Diet for Depression: Mediterranean Diet Improves Depression Symptoms

Jun 5, 2013 · UHN Staff · Depression

Following a Mediterranean-type diet for depression prevention may be a good idea, according to results from a study conducted by researchers as Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.[1] Eating a Mediterranean-based diet comprised of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fish, and legumes “…may protect against the development of depressive symptoms in … Read More

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