August 15, 2022
Persistent depression (persistent depressive disorder), formerly known as dysthymia, is a chronic type of depression characterized by prolonged bouts of depression symptoms that last a minimum of two years, with no more than a two-month gap between symptoms.(1,2,3,4) Symptoms of Persistent Depression Persistent depression shares the same symptoms as major…
August 8, 2022
Addiction is a severe form of substance use disorder (SUD), a mental health condition that occurs when a person lacks the ability to control the consumption of substances like alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. Substance abuse wreaks havoc on an individual’s health and ability to function in daily activities, and…
August 1, 2022
Bipolar disorder, previously known as manic depression, is a mental health condition that affects approximately 40 million people worldwide.(1) People with bipolar disorder experience extreme mood swings, referred to as “mood episodes,” that can last for weeks. These mood swings consist of strong emotional highs, called “manic episodes,” and lows,…
July 25, 2022
Depression is a mood disorder that affects one’s thought patterns, mood, and behavior. Common symptoms of depression include strong feelings of sadness and a loss of interest in activities that someone used to enjoy.(1) There are different approaches to treating depression, and each form of depression therapy affects the brain…
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a cognitive/behavioral developmental disorder characterized by patterns of hyperactivity (the need to constantly be moving), impulsivity, and difficulty paying attention. It is most often diagnosed during childhood and usually lasts through adolescence and into adulthood.(1) ADHD is the most common behavioral disorder among children, affecting roughly…
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a noticeable toll on the mental health and well-being of people around the world. In the US alone, roughly one in three adults experienced symptoms of depression and/or anxiety at the height of the pandemic.(1) Attitudes around mental health are improving in recent history, but…
July 4, 2022
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the US, affecting roughly 21 million adults.(1) Depression affects how someone feels, thinks, and can even impair their ability to perform daily tasks. Some people with severe depression may experience delusions and hallucinations, symptoms of psychosis. When patients with…
Many people who struggle with mental health have heard of seasonal affective disorder, commonly (and perhaps aptly) abbreviated to “SAD.” SAD is a type of depression whose symptoms are impacted by changing seasons: individuals with SAD most often experience depressive episodes during the fall and winter, and start to feel…
It’s been widely documented that TMS, or transcranial magnetic stimulation, is a highly-effective treatment for depression, especially in cases where medication and talk therapy have failed. But TMS can also help individuals who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, and a type of TMS called “dTMS” (“deep TMS”) is now FDA-approved…
May 5, 2022
Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health illnesses in the US and they can oftentimes co-occur. Nearly one-half of people who are diagnosed with depression are also diagnosed with an anxiety disorder.(1) When someone has been diagnosed with depression and also experiences symptoms of anxiety, referred…
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