Depression

Bipolar disorder is often thought of as a condition with alternating periods of depression and mania. While some people do experience distinct periods of each, many people with bipolar disorder may experience symptoms of both depression and mania at the same time. This is now called bipolar disorder with mixed features, but it was previously […]

Depression isn’t always obvious. In fact, some people go to great lengths to hide the symptoms of depression from the people around them — concealing the problem so well that they themselves may scarcely recognize it. This is why hidden depression is sometimes called “smiling” depression. Someone with hidden depression may seem content, happy, and

Sophia Antipolis, 14 May 2021: Nearly one in four patients with heart failure is depressed or anxious, according to a study published during this week’s Heart Failure Awareness Days. Patients with heart failure were 20% more likely to develop these mental health issues during the five years after diagnosis compared to those with cancer. The

Sophia Antipolis, 14 May 2021: Nearly one in four patients with heart failure is depressed or anxious, according to a study published during this week’s Heart Failure Awareness Days. Patients with heart failure were 20% more likely to develop these mental health issues during the five years after diagnosis compared to those with cancer. The

Editors Note: Emily Burris recently opened up about her struggles with depression and anxiety on social media, and was blown away by the response she received. She wanted to share more of her journey in the hopes it helps someone else with their own. PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Quick question for you: How many conversations

In addition, the researchers noted, patients who felt high distress after that initial MI were more likely to be Black, female or come from a “disadvantaged socioeconomic background.” They were also more likely to smoke, have diabetes or elevated blood pressure. “Our findings suggest that cardiologists should consider the value of regular psychological assessments, especially

May 13, 2021 Undergraduates in Arizona State University’s Department of Psychology recently competed virtually for the title of most outstanding undergraduate research thesis. Finalists Amanda Acuna, Nicole Taylor and Mya Carrizosa presented research on major depression disorders, alcohol addiction in minority populations and on the genetic and environmental contributions to child psychopathology.  The finalists presented

On the surface, everything was hunky-dory in the summer of 1929. The total wealth of the United States had almost doubled during the Roaring Twenties, fueled, in part, by stock market speculation eagerly undertaken by a wide swath of citizens ranging from Fifth Avenue dowagers to factory workers. One Midwestern woman, a farmer, made an

UNION COUNTY, ILLINOIS (WSIL) — News 3 is digging deeper into Mental Health Awareness month, especially for those who are 65 and older.  Senior Solutions is a group and individual therapy program at the Union County Hospital. Its therapist Casey Huff says many seniors experience depression and anxiety as they age and transition through life. That

Almost half (47.5%) of women with babies aged six months or younger met the threshold for postnatal depression during the first COVID-19 lockdown, more than double average rates for Europe before the pandemic (23%), finds a new study led by UCL researchers. Women described feelings of isolation, exhaustion, worry, inadequacy, guilt, and increased stress. Many