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19 Dec

Dealing With Holiday Anxiety and Depression

The holidays are a time of joy for many, as they are often surrounded by family and friends while celebrating the close of another year. However, a surprising number of us find that the holidays bring us more stress, emptiness, and sadness than joy.

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21 Nov

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

Have you ever heard of “cabin fever,” or “the winter blues”? And have you ever wondered if those “blues” were real? It turns out, feelings of sadness during the colder months can be a legitimate condition. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) brings symptoms of depression at the same time each year. Winter is the most common […]

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12 Sep

Signs of Depression in Young People

Many young people go through feelings of self-deprecation or sadness, but when feelings grow darker and more constant, it might be time for some intervention. We as a society don’t often think of young people as a group of people who are depressed, but about 20 percent of teens experience depression before reaching adulthood. It’s […]

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18 Jul

Recognizing a Relapse in Schizophrenia

Even with the best medical and mental health care, and the best of intentions and efforts, schizophrenic relapses still happen. Relapses can occur when you least expect them to, even after you have made significant progress in your recovery. It’s important to remember that if you relapse, it isn’t your fault. You live with a […]

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11 Jul

Anxiety and Depression in Young Adults

Most people first experience the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) when they are about 30 years old, but some people begin their struggle with anxiety and depression much earlier than that. Depression and anxiety are more prevalent than ever, and mental health issues run rampant among the younger generations in particular. This is partially […]

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06 Nov

Do I Have Schizophrenia or Something Else?

Just because you exhibit one or two symptoms of schizophrenia does not necessarily mean that you are schizophrenic. Many of the symptoms of schizophrenia overlap with symptoms of other mood disorders and physical ailments, and it’s important that these health problems are differentiated among so that the patient can have the best chance at recovery. […]

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18 Jul

Depression in People with Schizophrenia

According to a Current Psychiatry article by Dr. Samuel G. Siris, about 25 percent of people with schizophrenia also experience depression. The reason for this high rate of depression in these patients is linked to “reduced social and vocational functioning, increased likelihood of psychotic relapse and rehospitalization, and other problems,” according to Dr. Siris. Depression […]

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