Depression, impacting millions globally, is a pervasive mental health disorder marked by profound sadness and loss of interest. In the U.S., particular demographics like older adults face significant challenges with depression, especially in healthcare settings. Delve into effective screening tools, their application in various demographics, and the integral role they play in treatment to understand […]
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As the days get shorter and the nights grow longer, sometimes it can seem like we barely get a chance to see the sun. For most people, this can be frustrating; and for others, the slide into winter can actually lead to a subset of depression called seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. SAD is a […]
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Depression can often feel like an unwelcome guest that just won’t leave. It can make you feel tired, sad, and empty, stealing the joy from activities that you once loved. Well, the world of medicine has been tirelessly working to find new, innovative ways to help those battling depression. With a mix of old and […]
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more women are affected by depression than men. This pattern is seen in countries around the world, including the United States. Cross-national and cross-cultural studies have indicated that the prevalence of depression among women is higher at any given time than among men. This pattern does not seem […]
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While eating disorders have been widely publicized for decades, far less attention has been given to a related condition called body dysmorphic disorder, or BDD. Body dysmorphic disorder is often hidden from public view due to the shame people feel about one or more parts of their body, yet it is a devastating, debilitating psychological […]
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The news that Sen. John Fetterman, a Pennsylvania Democrat, checked himself into Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Feb. 15, 2023, to be treated for clinical depression sparked a national discussion around the need for openness about mental health struggles. This comes after Fetterman suffered a near-fatal stroke in May 2022, prompting questions about […]
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