What to Do When Depression Won’t Go Away
Grace, a 35-year-old teacher, struggled with depression for over 10 years. During her long battle with depression Grace tried everything: antidepressants, weekly therapy, exercise routines, self-care, mindfulness apps—you name it. And yet, her depression persisted. Nothing seemed to shake the dark cloud hanging overhead. Simple tasks like getting out of bed or making dinner felt […]
How TMS Fights Depression Using the Body’s Natural Healing Processes
When patients first visit a doctor and are diagnosed with depression, it’s likely the visit will conclude with the doctor issuing a prescription for an antidepressant. Prescribing antidepressants is the most common initial treatment for depression. However, this approach has its own set of problems. First, antidepressants are only effective in about two-thirds of patients. […]
TMS For a Mental Health Crisis
People experiencing a mental health crisis often feel they have few options. While those at risk of immediate self-harm should visit the nearest emergency center, people in a mental health crisis with less intense symptoms may feel an ER visit is not warranted. Where should they turn? At Inland Empire TMS, we are committed to […]
What is a TMS Clinic?
Patients who struggle with depression, anxiety, or PTSD have several good treatment options available. While most patients are familiar with medication (antidepressants) and psychotherapy (also referred to as “talk therapy” or simply “therapy”), other treatments, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may not be as familiar. We often speak with patients who are unfamiliar with […]
Depression Screening and Mental Health Awareness
October is Depression Awareness and Mental Health Screening Month. Mental health is an important and often overlooked aspect of personal health and wellbeing. Raising awareness of mental health issues and the importance of getting screened for depression is a valuable effort that hopefully helps people take a moment to stop and assess their own mental […]
Why Doctors Choose TMS for Depression Treatment
Depression is a common mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed. An estimated 10 percent of adults experience depression in any given year. About 1 in 5 people will experience depression at some point during their lifetime. Depression can affect anyone, […]
Danger Signs of Teenage Depression
Teens today face mental health challenges that didn’t exist when their parents were teens. As a result, it can be more difficult as a parent to spot behavior that indicates your teen is struggling. Depression often goes undiagnosed or perhaps mistaken for “normal teenage drama”. If you are concerned about your teenager, there are some […]
Why TMS Works for Treatment Resistant Depression
Finding an effective depression treatment can be a challenge. The standard protocol is to prescribe an antidepressant medication and evaluate the patient’s response. If that medication does not adequately control the depression, or if the side effects of the medication are too severe, a new prescription is issued for a different antidepressant. This process continues […]
Dealing with Depression – How to Get out of a Depressive Episode
Having to deal with depression is one of the most challenging mental illness endeavors anyone can have to undertake. Depression is like a hole that keeps digging itself. Depression puts you in a place where you lose energy, motivation, and hope, the three feelings you need to take you out of it in the first […]
Signs Your Antidepressant Dose is Too High – The Drawbacks of Antidepressants
Antidepressants are drugs prescribed to treat symptoms associated with social anxiety disorder, depression, seasonal affective disorder, and dysthymia. They’re used to regulate or correct chemicals in the brain responsible for mood and behavior change. These medications are intended to help treat symptoms of depression and anxiety. Starting an antidepressant is something that should be discussed […]
