Depression Archives

How to Treat Depression Naturally – Cultivate Resilience

Oct 19, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

October is a special month for depression. Calls came from around the world for ending the stigmatization of depression and recognizing it as a treatable illness. Loud cries also went out for better access to screening and treatment as well as more research on identifying the cause and developing effective … Read More

Depression Symptoms Linked to Gluten Sensitivity

Oct 5, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

Who would have ever thought that just a mere "sensitivity" to gluten containing foods could cause serious neurological problems such as depression. A new study published last month in the Journal of Gastroenterology found that depression symptoms and fatigue can result from a sensitivity to gluten, the protein found in … Read More

Depression Symptoms & High Cholesterol Numbers – How to Keep From Becoming a Victim Yourself

Sep 20, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

The famous preacher Charles Spurgeon once said, “Surely, if it be murder to administer poison to the dying, it must be far more criminal to give poison to the young life.” His statement is sadly true, especially when it comes to chemical poisons in the form of prescription drugs. Make … Read More

Record Prescription Sales in 2011 – Statin Drugs and Antidepressants Top the List

Sep 20, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

Remember the song from Mary Poppins? “A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down…” Apparently Americans are singing that tune! New research published in the journal ACS Chemical Neuroscience reveals that pharmacies in the United States dispensed more prescription drugs in 2011 than ever before; the number increasing from … Read More

Record Prescription Sales in 2011 – Statin Drugs and Antidepressants Top the List

Sep 20, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

Remember the song from Mary Poppins? “A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down…” Apparently Americans are singing that tune! New research published in the journal ACS Chemical Neuroscience reveals that pharmacies in the United States dispensed more prescription drugs in 2011 than ever before; the number increasing from … Read More

Depression Symptoms – How to Recognize the Most Common Ones

Sep 10, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

Depression has different effects on each individual. While some people experience overwhelming feelings of sadness, other people may feel short-tempered, irritable and angry. To find out if you are depressed, take the following depression quiz.* Answer "yes" or "no" to the statements to see if you are experiencing any of … Read More

Chronic Stress Linked to Mild Cognitive Impairment and Other Health Problems

Aug 15, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

Stress can be positive, fun, and exciting. What?!?! Yes, stress can be good! It can motivate us to meet a deadline, attempt a new adventure like mountain climbing or riding a roller coaster, or can even inspire diligent preparation for a highly-anticipated event such as a wedding or birthday party. … Read More

Depression Symptoms Reversed with Controversial Supplement

Aug 10, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

A new study shows that women with major depressive disorder may benefit from taking the popular body-building supplement, creatine. The study showed that women who took creatine in addition to their SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) antidepressant medications responded twice as fast and experienced remission of their depression symptoms at twice … Read More

Looking for Natural Remedies for Depression, Anxiety, and Insomnia?

Aug 3, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

Research shows that exercise is one of the top natural remedies for depression, anxiety and insomnia. Exercise helps ease depression symptoms, anxiety and sleeplessness by releasing feel-good brain chemicals, boosting the immune system and increasing body temperature, which has a calming effect on the body.[1] According to Harvard Medical School, … Read More

3 Toxic Chemicals Tied to Depression: Symptoms You Need to Recognize (Part 1 of 3)

May 24, 2012 · UHN Staff · Depression

In a nutshell, here’s the problem with modern medicine: Rather than trying to deduce a cause – a “trigger” for illness – doctors usually treat symptoms. In most cases, pills are quick and easy solutions to serious health problems. Instead of trying to eliminate the source of an illness, we mask the symptoms of … Read More

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