Eighteen year old Catherine had everything: the most supportive family, a loving boyfriend, awesome set of friends and a comfortable life. But all of these things took a backseat when she was diagnosed with depression. F
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Depression can be a very lonely illness and your relationships are a key part of how you cope with your depression. You need friends for support. Not just good weather friends but friends who can support you when youre down. If one of these friends is also depressed it is not necessarily a bad thing. You can understand each other and perhaps be there on each others bad days (but not if youre having a bad time at the same time). However, you need to be conscious when choosi...
Pregnancy is a wondrous moment. It is the time when women are excited to be called moms. It is a great opportunity to learn about child’s growth and development. But sometimes it can be the other way around. Preg
Depression can manifest in various ways, influencing not just our mental well-being but also physical health and daily functioning. Understanding how depressive thought patterns develop and influence emotions, perception
Depression is one of the most prevalent and debilitating mental conditions affecting millions across diverse societies and cultures worldwide. Its impact on individuals can be profound, altering their perception of reali
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health problem, and include panic disorders, agoraphobia, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Anxiety disorders develop due to an interplay between enviromnental and genetic factors. Cognitive behavior therapy is useful for this disorder, as well as prescription anxiolytic drugs.
However, many patients prefer a natural approach or dislike the side effects of prescription drugs, and t...
Depression and anxiety, often perceived as distinct emotional responses, frequently coexist, creating a complex interplay that exacerbates the suffering of those who experience them. While depression is commonly associat
Depression is a complex mental state that profoundly alters one's perception of themselves and their surroundings, often developing gradually over time through subtle shifts in thought patterns and mood. Initially, it ma