What works for depression? The exact active ingredients in the prevention and treatment of depression are as yet unknown. However, there are a number of points on which there is national and international consensus among researchers. In this article, we highlight...
Would you like your children to play outside more often instead of sitting inside glued to a screen? You're not the only one! It is a thorn in the flesh of many parents. When you're on your own, it's perhaps even harder to be consistent than when you have a partner...
The term Manic depression is used when someone has periods in life where he or she is depressed and has/had one or more periods where he or she was manic. It is not a more severe form of depression. READ ALSO - Treatment options manic depression Manic episode...
The treatment of manic depression usually consists of a combination of medication and psychotherapy. Examples of psychotherapy are psycho-education, cognitive behavioural therapy and interpersonal or relationship therapy for manic depression. These forms of treatment...
Concerns grow about the large number of young people addicted to laughing gas: 'Existing treatments have a bad effect'. Despite the fact that the effect of a balloon of nitrous oxide dissipates quickly, its risks are greater than they first appear. What are the...
One depression is not like another. There are different subtypes, which are briefly described below: Depressive disorder Dysthymic disorder Bipolar disorder Psychotic depression Postpartum depression Seasonal depression Also called 'unipolar depression' or 'common...
For people dealing with depression, anxiety, substance use disorders or other mental health problems, there is good news. New research shows that it is possible for them to recover and lead balanced and vibrant lives. Previous research on mental illness has always...
Are you looking for a drug rehab centre? When the problems of your addiction have too much influence on your daily life, you may not see the wood for the trees anymore. Personal problems are getting bigger and bigger and slowly you can't see a way out. Do you really...
Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, pioneer of modern mindfulness, defines mindfulness as the awareness that arises through intentionally paying attention to the present moment, without judgment. Have you ever thought after stopping for a moment the hectic pace of life we lead, how...
The month of December has arrived and for many people, it represents a month of fun, festivities, family and bonding. Unfortunately, for many others, December also represents pressure, loneliness and stress. The pressure we feel to get everything done at work before...