sadness

Here are 12 ways to identify if grieving has gone too far, and some strategies for coping.

Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that affects millions of people. The most common symptom associated with bipolar disorder is mood swings, but there are many others, including these 15.

It’s important to be able to distinguish between the two, as it will help you address it (or help you address it in a loved one). Sadness will pass, but depression often takes treatment to overcome and shouldn’t be ignored. Here are 12 ways to tell the difference between them…

Seasonal depression can have a huge impact on the lives of those affected by it. The good news is that there are many ways to prevent and treat the matter, from changing one’s diet to using special devices designed to replicate warmer and brighter conditions.

Even the sunniest people among us feel sad once in a while—whether there has been a specific trigger like ending a relationship, or no real trigger other than a bout of melancholy. Either way, feeling sad is a normal emotion that may even have some healthy benefits.

Having untreated depression can put your life on hold for months, if not years. Major depressive disorder can also lead to thoughts of suicide. If you experience one or more of these symptoms, talk to your doctor.