Daily Archives: February 22, 2014

http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co DEFINITION: By Mayo Clinic Staff Seasonal affective disorder (also called SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at the same time every year. If you’re like most people with seasonal affective disorder, your symptoms start in the fall … Continue reading →

http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co Mindfulness exercises: How to get started Looking to start living in the moment? Find out how to use mindfulness exercises to develop a greater awareness of the world around you. By Mayo Clinic Staff If you’ve heard of or … Continue reading →

http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co Treatments and drugs By Mayo Clinic Staff The two main treatments for dysthymia are medications and talk therapy (psychotherapy). Medications appear to be more effective at treating dysthymia than psychotherapy when either is used alone. Using a combination of … Continue reading →

http://www.bipolar4lifesupport.co Tests and diagnosis By Mayo Clinic Staff If your doctor suspects you have dysthymia, exams and tests may include: •Physical exam. The doctor may do a physical exam and ask in-depth questions about your health to determine what may … Continue reading →

http://www.bipolar4ifesupport.co Preparing for your appointment By Mayo Clinic Staff Your doctor may ask about your mood during a routine medical appointment if you seem to be sad or down. Or you may decide to schedule an appointment to talk about … Continue reading →