Control your pain by understanding what’s within your control Living with chronic health issues can quickly become overwhelming. Managing medications, navigating physical limitations, handling multiple health conditions, and coping with pain can make it feel like your life is spiraling out of control, especially during flare-ups. In these moments, it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed and… Continue reading Taking Charge of Your Pain: What’s Within Your Control
Category: Depression
5 Steps for Supporting a Loved One with MDD
Your loved one is suddenly suffering with a depressed mood, lack of motivation, and a loss of interest in things they once loved. This person you care for needs help, but where do you start? Statistics on major depressive disorder show that 8.8% (22.5 million) of American adults are affected by major depression disorder each… Continue reading 5 Steps for Supporting a Loved One with MDD
Seasonal Depression in the Summer
For many, the summer months are a joyous time. Vacations, sunny days, and shorter nights. A chance to just relax and kick back with your family. Or even, time to enjoy the things you don’t normally get to during the rest of the year. But, for others, summertime can result in an unexpected depressive period,… Continue reading Seasonal Depression in the Summer
Medications for Treating Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder Symptoms Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by periods of severe depression and hypomania and/or manic episodes depending on the type of bipolar disorder one is diagnosed with. To determine if a person has bipolar disorder a medical professional may evaluate the following: Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis This condition is usually diagnosed by… Continue reading Medications for Treating Bipolar Disorder
Major Depressive Disorder and Genetics
Each part of your body, brain included, has a genetic component that helps control it. During a lifetime, different genes are activated or deactivated depending on your biological needs. In the best-case scenario, the genetic combinations result in stability and growth, while genetic mutations or certain genetic combinations can result in a destabilized mood. According… Continue reading Major Depressive Disorder and Genetics
Navigating Job Interviews with a Mental Health Condition: Tips for Success
Living with a mental health condition? See these helpful pointers for your next job interview Job interviews can be nerve-wracking for anyone, but for those living with mental health conditions, they can present unique challenges. From deciding whether to disclose your condition to managing interview anxiety, there’s a lot to consider. In this blog, we’ll… Continue reading Navigating Job Interviews with a Mental Health Condition: Tips for Success
Types of Depression
Although feeling down is a normal part of life, persistent and constant feelings of sadness could mean that you have a type of clinical depression. There are many different types of depression. Events in your life cause some, while chemical changes in your brain cause others. With the right help, most types of depression are… Continue reading Types of Depression
Bipolar Disorder and Nutrition: Dietitian-Approved Tips
Eating a Healthy Diet with Bipolar Disorder Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, but one aspect that can significantly impact your well-being is your diet. While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, prioritizing a balanced, nutritious diet can complement other treatment strategies and contribute to mood stability. Let’s explore some dietary considerations and practical tips for… Continue reading Bipolar Disorder and Nutrition: Dietitian-Approved Tips
Is Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) a Disability?
“According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 280 million people worldwide have depression, which is around 3.8% of the global population.” It is known to cause immense emotional distress and hinder a person’s ability to function when left untreated. Because of this, depression or MDD is considered a psychiatric disability under the Americans with… Continue reading Is Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) a Disability?
Unpredictable Moods, Energy Changes, and Other Bipolar Symptoms Explained
There are three main types of bipolar disorder: bipolar I, bipolar II, and cyclothymic disorder. These disorders may include symptoms of mania or hypomania and depression. These symptoms can cause mood swings and abrupt changes in behavior, which may result in difficulty functioning in everyday life. Understanding Bipolar Symptoms With bipolar disorder, symptoms of mania… Continue reading Unpredictable Moods, Energy Changes, and Other Bipolar Symptoms Explained