The Connection Between Depression and Self-Esteem
Depression and low self-esteem are not the same thing. However, the two conditions have been shown to share a relationship with each other. We all have times in which we lack confidence and underperform to our expectations. Similarly, we all have days in which we are sad. However, when these issues become long-term problems, we […]
Veterans and Depression
Veterans and Depression Addressing the Problem (844) 944-3867 Get Help Now Table of Contents There is an unfortunate link between veterans and depression. Over 1 in 10 male veterans are depressed. And, female veterans face an even higher rate of depression at 15%. Considering the anxiety and depression rates among veterans, our hope today is […]
TMS vs ECT
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is among the most common mental illness in the world. Thanks to advances in medicinal science, we have been able to treat the severe symptoms and functional impairment that can come with MDD. Though unfortunately, pharmaceutical and behavioral interventions don’t always provide the needed relief to all those who struggle with […]
Pregnant and Depressed
Suffering from prenatal or postpartum depression from pregnancy? Try our EPDS test to self-assess for prenatal or postpartum depression.
5 Ways Depression Affects Veterans & Active Military Members
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, about one out of every 4 active duty military members in the United States showed signs of mental health conditions. In fact, in 2018, more than 1.7 million Veterans received treatment for mental health conditions in a VA program. Because it is common for veterans and active […]
Mindfulness in PTSD
More than 22 million people in the United States have been affected by PTSD. Fortunately, there are ways to help. If you or a family member have experienced symptoms of PTSD, you are not alone. Everyone from active military members to veterans to healthcare workers report PTSD symptoms. Evidence shows that a 3,000-year-old method can […]
Can Being Depressed While Pregnant Affect the Baby?
Did you know that 13% of pregnant women experience prenatal depression? If you are experiencing depression symptoms while pregnant, you are not alone. It may be more common than you think. With sudden changes in hormone levels, increased nausea causing you to be unable to eat well, and pregnancy mood swings, it makes sense that […]
How Depression Affects the Brain
Depression is a leading cause of disability around the world. More than 264 million people suffer from this common mental health disorder. Most people know that depression can leave an individual feeling tired, sad, hopeless, and uninterested in activities they used to enjoy. However, it isn’t as well-known that depression can have a physical impact […]
How Antidepressants Work vs TMS Therapy
Have you tried antidepressants with minimal relief? If you’re thinking of trying TMS therapy for your depression, then you’re not alone. Over 50% of people who benefited from medication benefit from TMS therapy. Sometimes psychotherapy and antidepressants can’t fix the problem on their own. When this is the case, TMS is the next viable option. […]
How Long Do the Effects of TMS Treatment Last?
Battling treatment-resistant depression is a struggle. Optimistically trying new treatment options, only to have them fail, is exhausting. The fact that depression is a complex mental health disorder with varying roots causes compounds difficulty treating it. The origins of depressive disorder are not well understood. There is a myriad of medications and psychotherapies used to […]
