Depression Archives

7 Ways to Help Your Relationship When You’re Feeling Depressed

Feb 13, 2018 · Susan Jimison Vitek · Depression

More than 16 million U.S. adults ages 18 or older—nearly 7 percent of the adult population—have at least one major depressive episode a year, according to the most recent National Institute of Mental Health estimates. Unfortunately, those depressed individuals rarely suffer alone: It often deeply affects close family members, too, as … Read More

Tricyclic Antidepressants: Do They Work?

Feb 12, 2018 · Cindy Foley · Depression

Tricyclic antidepressants were one of the original drugs prescribed for depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder. "Tricyclic" refers to the presence of three rings, or atoms, in the chemical structure of these drugs. Tricyclic antidepressants also are used for anxiety, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain. Physicians may prescribe tricyclic antidepressants for diabetes, shingles, … Read More

Fish: One of the Best Foods That Help Depression

Feb 2, 2018 · UHN Staff · Depression

As a Pacific Northwesterner, I am surrounded by good seafood. Fish is one of my family’s favorite foods, and we have a variety of family recipes to cook up everything from fresh salmon to crab. Whenever I think of making a healthy meal, the first thing that comes to mind … Read More

For Men Dealing with Depression: Start by Getting Help

Jan 15, 2018 · Jim Black · Depression

If you’re like many men, you don’t like to ask for help. You have a do-it-yourself attitude that any problem can be fixed. That’s also the mindset that many men have when it comes to dealing with depression. In general, experts say, men simply don’t discuss sadness or other feelings. … Read More

Do You Have “SAD” Disorder?

Jan 5, 2018 · JoAnn Milivojevic · Depression

As autumn transitions into winter, the waning daylight can trigger the condition known as seasonal affective disorder. SAD is different than simply feeling listless, or unmotivated to leave your home because it’s cold and grey. It’s a type of depression distinguished by seasonality. People who experience SAD disorder may feel … Read More

Natural Remedies for Depression: Bach Flower Remedies

Jan 4, 2018 · Jami Cooley, RN, CNWC · Depression

Scientists at the University of Copenhagen discovered that plant compounds from the South African flower species Crinum and Cyrtanthus (related to daffodils) may be useful in treating diseases originating in the brain, including depression. The study findings show why these plant compounds are so effective—they can cross the brain’s protective … Read More

Testosterone Among Best Natural Remedies for Depression in Older Men

Dec 26, 2017 · UHN Staff · Depression

Hormone replacement therapy with bioidentical testosterone may be among the best natural remedies for depression in middle aged and older men who have symptoms of low testosterone. It’s long been recognized that depression is a common symptom of testosterone deficiency, but so far only a few studies have looked specifically … Read More

It’s Difficult to Define Serotonin—This “Brain Chemical” Has Multiple Actions All Over the Body

Dec 19, 2017 · UHN Staff · Depression

Most of us define serotonin as a neurotransmitter, or brain chemical, that plays an important role in emotional well-being. However, most of the body’s serotonin is actually found outside the nervous system, and serotonin’s role in the body extends far beyond psychological function. In fact, serotonin’s role includes physiological functions … Read More

How to Beat Depression: Identify the Root Cause!

Dec 19, 2017 · UHN Staff · Depression

You’re a health-conscious consumer. You understand that taking prescription anti-depressants long-term can have serious consequences to your health, but you just don’t know which supplements or alternative therapies work best. Perhaps you’ve even tried a nutritional product in the past and it had little to no effect on improving your … Read More

10 Tips for Beating Depression During the Holidays—Without Medication

Dec 12, 2017 · UHN Staff · Depression

Once again the holidays are upon us, which means it's time for festive partying with friends and family, sharing gifts and laughter—and, for some, worsening signs of depression—loneliness, grief, hopelessness, or overwhelming sadness. Fortunately, experts have found that you don't have to let all of the pressures of this holiday … Read More

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