Feeling Down For No Reason? Types Of Depression You May Have And Treatment Options

If you are feeling down for no reason and this has been going on for a few months, you may be depressed. Feeling down is only one symptom, however. You will also lose interest in things you once loved to do, not sleep well or sleep too much, have no energy, and more. To help you understand more about this, below are three different types of depression and treatment options for each type. [Read More]

3 Alternatives To Nagging Your Spouse

In many marriages, one person will often play the role of the nagger, constantly harping on his or her spouse about things that are bothersome. This dynamic is difficult for both parties; the person being nagged likely doesn't appreciate it, while the person doing the nagging may feel resentful that he or she has to play this role.  If nagging is an issue in your relationship, counseling can be an asset. [Read More]

Exploring How Depression Treatments Have Advanced with Modern Science

Not all that long ago, the common treatment for depression was simply the advice to "cheer up," or, in severe cases, more drastic treatments like electroconvulsive therapy. Later, early medications used to treat depression often caused as many problems as they solved. This historical ignorance of depression combined with the typical symptoms of the disorder mean that many sufferers are still nervous or pessimistic about seeking professional help. But modern science has made incredible strides in both its understanding of and response to depression in recent years, and it has led to some dramatic changes in how depression is handled in patients. [Read More]

Why Sleep Is So Important If You Suffer From Anxiety

Anxiety can affect people in different ways, but a common effect of this condition is a lack of sleep. Feeling anxious cannot only prevent you from getting enough sleep, but not getting enough sleep can also worsen your anxiety symptoms. To beat your anxiety, you may need to take medication and seek counseling services, but another way to reduce your symptoms is to make sure you get plenty of sleep. [Read More]