Persistent Depressive Disorder is sometimes referred to as “enduring depression.” People with the disorder experience periods lasting 2 years or more in which they have depressed or irritable moods and diminished interest or pleasure in activities most people enjoy on a regular basis, such as work, school, and other leisure activities. You can see from…
Everyone feels sad at some point in their life.You feel down, you are unhappy and you don’t know why. You let go of hope and everything seems pointless.This is a difficult situation for anyone. When we’re sad, productivity goes down and motivation goes up the drain. When we don’t feel well, it seems there’s…
Burnout isn’t easy to identify. It’s a syndrome that manifests itself as exhaustion. The difference between it and anxiety is the fact that it’s long-term rather than short-lived. However, when you’re experiencing this feeling of emptiness, the signs can be similar to depression. It’s not uncommon for the two conditions to coexist in…
Have you ever wondered how depression can affect your body? What is the structure of our brain that makes us feel like this? Is it our fault or is it just a biological defect? Interestingly, new studies suggest that our brain structure and function can be altered by the presence of depression in…
Not having the right words to explain what we’re feeling can be frustrating. These feelings can make us withdraw, which leads to loneliness and isolation. When you’re in the middle of an anxiety attack or down in the dumps, it can be difficult to communicate — especially when you don’t have the words…
In the last 100 years or so, innovations in mental health care have been a notable occurrence. More and more people are diagnosed with mental health issues and are treated better than ever before through medication, therapy, and other methods. But what role does coffee and beer play in all of this? …