“His brain imaging work has taught him that our brains typically become less active with age and we become more vulnerable to memory problems and depression. Yet, one of the most exciting lessons he has learned is that with a little forethought and a brain-smart plan, you can slow, or even reverse, the aging process(…)
Please use the below link to find a mental health provider close to you. If you feel suicidal / unstable, you need to find an inpatient facility (the psychiatric unit of a hospital). An outpatient facility has programs/group therapy for multiple mental disorders where you attend for certain amount hours during the week. It is considered(…)
A mood chart can be used to track a particular symptom for a number of mental/medical conditions. A Psychiatrist utilizes this method every time they ask you to rate your mood on a scale from 1 to 10. I was asked to find a mood chart and begin rating how I feel everyday. Instead I(…)
Article Comment: “I was married to someone who periodically falls into depression, and for years and years I walked on eggshells trying not to upset him or say the wrong thing. Then one day, when my father was in critical condition, he chose to get terribly down about something very minor, and I realized that(…)
I found this great article about what NOT to say to someone who is living with depression and the alternative suggestions. It is worth visiting the link and reading the article in full so you can understand WHY. Thanks for taking the time to research and learn how to care for your loved one who(…)
“I’ve got some issues that nobody can see…” It seems easy for society to have compassion or acceptance for a person diagnosed with … cancer in need for chemotherapy a headache in need to take aspirin the flu in need of bed rest But a mental illness in need of antidepressants, ECT, or disability …(…)
When you see visual artwork, it’s human to make some sense of it. A meaning or interpretation that is obvious or even deeper in relating to oneself. The same can be done with music. It amazes me when I understand or feel a certain way to a song while listening and realize how different it(…)
You may have heard about the “imbalance of chemicals in the brain” leading to “mental illness.” We are going to make our best effort in explaining this.. The research has been difficult considering the abundance of conflicting information. So I will summarize what we found.. These chemicals are called neurotransmitters (chemicals aka messengers). Neurotransmitters are(…)
There are a number of medical conditions that can mimic/cause the symptoms associated with Depression. When you begin treatment, it is in your best interest to have a physical exam and blood work drawn to rule out or discover any underlying causes. Others tests may include brain images or EEGs. A diagnosis of the Depression alone(…)
Better in Time – Leona Lewis I love this song and all that it represents: “It’s gonna hurt when it heals too” “It’s time I let you go So I can be free” “No matter how hard it is I’ll be fine without you” “It’ll all get better in time” Letting go. Change. Acceptance.(…)
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