Monthly Archives: October 2016

12 Surprising Facts About Depression By Madeline R. Vann, MPH Reviewed by Farrokh Sohrabi, MD

At first glance, major depression may seem black and white. But people with depression know that it’s more complex than you think. Depression is often misunderstood as just feeling sad. But it’s a complex condition, and the facts about depression, … Continue reading →

Posted in News & updates | Leave a comment

10 Questions About Antidepressants, Answered By Marie Suszynski Reviewed by Pat F. Bass, III, MD, MPH

Are antidepressants safe? Will I become addicted to depression medication? Get expert answers to common questions about depression treatment. There’s no doubt that the use of antidepressants is on the rise — roughly 67 percent of people with major depression … Continue reading →

Posted in News & updates | Leave a comment

10 Healthy Foods to Boost Your Mood

Foods That May Help You Manage Depression Not only does a healthy diet help control your waistline, but smarter food choices may also help ward off symptoms of depression. The best nutritional plan to prevent depression is likely to be … Continue reading →

Posted in News & updates | Leave a comment

DIY Tips for Living Well With Depression

Daily steps to help fight depression can be an important part of treatment in addition to what your doctor prescribes. Depression is different for everyone, so managing it should also be unique. Medication, talk therapy, and other approaches are essential … Continue reading →

Posted in News & updates | Leave a comment

How Mindfulness and Meditation Help My Depression

A morning routine that includes self-awareness and living in the moment helps this Austin woman control negative thinking and reduce depression symptoms. Spike Gillespie, 52, of Austin, Texas, has been living with depression for much of her life. It goes … Continue reading →

Posted in Coping mechanisms | Leave a comment