September 6, 2010 

 
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  Depression

Additional antidepressants for depression

These antidepressant medications do not fit well into any of the other medication categories. more

Diet and Depression

There are a number of theories related to the effects that our diet has on the brain and the development of depression. more

Overview Depression Medications

Most depressed people need antidepressant medications to treat their depression, however less than 10% are adequately medicated. more

SSRIs for Depression

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors can balance certain brain chemicals. When these brain chemicals are in proper balance, the symptoms of depression may be relieved. more

Treatment for Depression

It is important to seek treatment as soon as you suspect you or someone you love is experiencing depression. Waiting to seek treatment for depression may make recovery more difficult. more

    Depression in Children and Teens

Children and Teens who are depressed may have the same symptoms as adults. However, thes symptoms are often overlooked because adults may mistakenly believe that the symptoms are expected behaviors. more

Exercise and Depression

Numerous studies have demonstrated the beneficial effects of exercise on mood in both depressed and healthy people. For severely depressed people, exercise has been shown to ease depressive symptoms when used with other therapies. more

Overview of Depression

Depression is a medical condition, not a character flaw or weakness. It affects persons of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. It has both chemical and psychological causes. more

Symptoms of Depression

If you are depressed, you may feel hopeless and sad or lose interest or stop taking pleasure in almost everything you do. You may feel "down in the dumps," tearful, or discouraged. more

Tricyclic (TCAs) and Heterocyclics for depression

Tricyclics (TCAs) and Heterocyclics are used to relieve symptoms of major depression. more