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National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Over 28 million Americans will suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their life. That’s why National Eating Disorder Awareness Week is so important. Bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa are estimated to affect at least 2-3% of women at some point in their life.Women ages 12-25 are most […]
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Depression and attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) are two common conditions that can sometimes co-exist in an individual. Doctors sometimes call these comorbid disorders, meaning they can exist at the same time. Depression is nearly three times more prevalent among adults with ADHD. ADHD has also been linked to anxiety disorders. […]
At first glance, anxiety and depression can seem like two very different and unrelated conditions. Anxiety is thought of as more of a high energy state of being, and depression is thought of as more of a low energy state of being. However, those who suffer from one or both […]
When we speak of mental health care, we refer to our psychological, emotional, and social well-being. Our mental health can affect how we act, feel, and think. Mental health illnesses are common in the United States; around 20% of adults experience mental illness each year. A similar number of Americans between […]
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to loom over the world, there’s another pandemic lurking beneath the surface—our worsening mental health. Poor mental health is one of the under-recognized effects of COVID-19. Health professionals and government officials have to prioritize community physical health during this difficult time. People who are suffering […]
What do you get when you mix social isolation with uncertainty and high levels of stress? If you guessed increased depression and anxiety, then you’d be right! This recent coronavirus pandemic has tripled depression rates in the US. If you’re feeling alone, sad, and unmotivated, then you’re far from alone! […]
Do your loved ones suffer from depression? Are their antidepressants not providing relief of depressive symptoms? Are they tired of dealing with unwanted side effects? They aren’t alone—more than 50 percent of people who take antidepressants never get relief from depression. Don’t despair. There are other options to consider. Here are […]
Globally, more than 264 million people suffer from depression. Some people are affected worse than others and some mental health conditions are harder to treat with medications. In fact, depression is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States. In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, new […]
Many people struggling with depression will benefit from traditional treatment methods including antidepressant medications and talk therapy. There is a chance that depression will resist these traditional methods of treatment. When patients find themselves struggling with treatment-resistant depression, it’s time to look at available treatment options. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation might […]
