Key Takeaways: Alzheimer’s is a chronic neurologic disease affecting nearly 5.8 million people in the U.S. Alzheimer’s occurs in progressive stages with symptoms that become more severe over time Alzheimer’s is the leading cause of dementia among the elderly in the...

Preventing depression is possible by managing stress and applying lifestyle changes like exercising. Here’s how to avoid depression through preventive care. Key Takeaways What is depression, and what are the symptoms to look out for How to prevent depression: Manage your...

Key Takeaways: Early prevention is key in reducing long-term anxiety disorders. Knowing what to look for can help adults spot anxiety in children and remedy it early. Reducing anxiety naturally can lower your chances of having related disorders in the future. Simple lifestyle changes can help...

Key Takeaways: Anxiety and depression affect millions of people in diverse ways Having one or more chronic diseases can lead to anxiety and/or depression Depression and anxiety can manifest independently of chronic disease You can find more affordable prescriptions to manage your mental...

Multitudes of depression treatment drugs have been developed over the past few decades, with incredible advancements in treating depression happening every day. However, mental health remains an uncharted field in many respects, and there are still patients for whom traditional medications are...

It isn’t easy, loving someone through hard times. When your loved one is living with depression, it can feel like there are more hard times than good. Watching a family member or loved one struggle can make you feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and helpless. But there are things you can do to...

Commonly referred to as antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a classification of prescription medication designed to treat moderate to severe depression . They’ve grown in popularity thanks to their effectiveness, and their propensity to cause fewer side...

We live in difficult times, and with much of the country locked down to prevent the spread of COVID-19, millions of us are adjusting to a life in quarantine, self-isolation, or abiding by social distancing guidelines. For most of us, the primary concern is the danger COVID-19 poses to our physical...

Arriving home with a new baby is one of those special life events that new moms will always remember but it can also be an overwhelming and turbulent time. Consequently, it may be unsurprising that up to eight out of ten new mothers experience the “baby blues," a common phenomenon...

Depression and anxiety is more commonly diagnosed in patients suffering atopic dermatitis than among the rest of the US population, a recent survey by the National Eczema Association (NEA) suggests. October is Eczema Awareness Month, during which the NEA is highlighting the impact of eczema on...