Why TMS Is a Better Clinical Depression Treatment Than ECT

Why TMS Is a Better Clinical Depression Treatment Than ECT

First-line treatments for major depressive disorder (MDD) are therapy and antidepressants. Therapy works by identifying negative thought patterns and triggers for your depression. It can also help you make lifestyle modifications to avoid the pitfalls of depression....
Parental Depression’s Effect on Children

Parental Depression’s Effect on Children

Depression is a mental health problem that affects every aspect of your life. It can be debilitating, making it hard to get out of bed, do laundry, and cook for yourself. If children are a part of your life, it can have unfortunate effects on their lives and...
Helping Loved Ones with Depression

Helping Loved Ones with Depression

If someone you know is suffering from depression, it can be tough to help them. They may be in denial and may feel that they are still themselves. Your efforts to help can make you the target of some misplaced anger, which is hard not to take personally. However,...
Tips to Avoid Depression in College

Tips to Avoid Depression in College

In high school, college looks like a fantastic gold pot at the end of the rainbow. You’ll finally get to live your dream life, make your own choices, and enjoy the endless party that is your college experience. But in reality, it’s really difficult. You will face...
What We Know About Depression and Memory Loss

What We Know About Depression and Memory Loss

Clinical depression is an illness that is often associated with stress, anxiety, and memory problems. While the first two symptoms are commonly grouped with depression, memory loss from depression is forgotten. Doctors may even misdiagnose memory loss associated with...
Is Accelerated TMS For Depression Safe For Patients?

Is Accelerated TMS For Depression Safe For Patients?

Standard transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive technique for stimulating brain activity to treat depression with repetitive magnetic pulses. However, the standard treatment protocol is lengthy for some who receive daily treatments for weeks to...
Getting Real About Divorce Depression

Getting Real About Divorce Depression

According to the CDC, there were at least 630,000 divorces and annulments in 2020. Whether you are going through a divorce yourself, you were a child with parents that divorced, or you have loved ones splitting up, you will experience divorce to some extent in your...
Dealing with Grief, Loss, and Depression

Dealing with Grief, Loss, and Depression

Unfortunately, loss and grief are an inevitable part of life. But the experience is different and unique for each person. Some may go about their daily life seemingly unaffected, while others think their life will never be the same. You may feel distressed, facing...
5 Aspects of Your Life Affected by Untreated Depression

5 Aspects of Your Life Affected by Untreated Depression

Millions of Americans are suffering from depression daily. It affects your mood, causing feelings of sadness, emptiness, and hopelessness. When diagnosed early, depression is very treatable. However, less than 30% of those with depression are getting treated. If left...
Should you just “suck it up” when you’re depressed?

Should you just “suck it up” when you’re depressed?

Should you just “suck it up” when you’re depressed? According to Johns Hopkins, nearly 10% of adults will suffer from a depressive illness yearly. This disorder affects millions and is not something sheer willpower will get you through. See what...