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How Men and Women are Impacted by Depression- ***From Depression to Happiness in 7 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Timothy SharpMany people over the years have claimed to have found the secrets to happiness. Not many of them have had any sort of formal training in the understanding of human thinking and behaviour. Yet many of these have made lots of money selling products and services which have not always proven to be ...
Views: 1567(10 votes) - *** Which do we address first in wholistic care: body, emotions, mind, relationships or spirit? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Daniel BenorMany people with acute pain simply want to be rid of it, without giving it much of a second thought. A pain pill does the trick and they move on with their lives. They see no reason to poke about and ask whether there are any deeper understandings to be had about the pain. Most of the time, ...
Views: 1448(2 votes) - ***What is Depression? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Timothy SharpIf depression is the common cold of mental health problems (as it’s often been called) then there are literally millions of people around the world who’re coughing and sneezing at the moment. But the good news is that there are some very effective treatments for this common ailment and in this ...
Views: 1737(7 votes) - Depression self help - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanHow effective is depression medication I have helped thousands of people to get of depression on their own by teaching them depression self help methods. Lots of people mistakenly believe that drugs are the solution for depression while the truth is that psychotherapy is usually much more ...
Views: 1871(1 vote) - Counteracting Depression - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Mandy KloppersCounteracting Depression People who suffer from depression tend to be introspective. They attribute all failures to their own shortcomings/inadequacies and all successes are attributed externally. By this, I mean that they often do not give themselves credit for any success in their life, ...
Views: 1504(2 votes) - Living With A Serial Killer - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Liam O'SullivanIf a convicted serial killer moved in next door – would you choose to invite them round every day, feed them, ask them to stay over or even move in? Of course not! But many of us, every single day, live with the biggest serial killer the modern world has known – STRESS. We have invited it in and ...
Views: 1322(2 votes) - Depression Counseling: There is Help and Hope - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Krystal KuehnA person can live forty days without food, seven days without water, and a few minutes without air; but he cannot live one second without hope. ~unknown Sometimes life can be so difficult, frustrating, and painful. There are times when we need someone to talk to who will listen, understand ...
Views: 1506(2 votes) - Are You Depressed? Or, Is It Something Else? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Ken FieldsThere is a saying that depression is anger turned in on itself. That means the anger that you may be holding within your mind has nowhere to go and rather than being expressed outwardly, it is festering inside. Like undigested food that turns putrid, the anger becomes depression. You feel ...
Views: 1064(2 votes) - Why Do We Suffer? Are You Suffering? Then You May Need to Rejoice! - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhy do people have to suffer? Do some people simply have bad luck or is there a good reason why we suffer? Why do we all get sick, grow old, and die? And is all suffering really bad, or is it actually a blessing in disguise, somehow? Here, I will outline some of the reasons why we ...
Views: 9022(8 votes) - Marry Your Self First: Addiction, Depression, Divorce.... - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Ken DonaldsonI had a client say something very interesting to me last week…she suggested that because I was a mental health counselor, I, therefore, have minimal issues or challenges in my life. Ha! I wish! I shy away from sharing much of my personal story with my clients, as that is all part of ...
Views: 1790(3 votes) - Dealing with depression on your own - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanDepression self help I have helped thousands of people to get of depression on their own by teaching them depression self help methods. Lots of people mistakenly believe that drugs are the solution for depression while the truth is that psychotherapy is usually much more effective for ...
Views: 1576 - EMOTIONAL ABUSE : What it is and why it is so important to recognize - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Roni Weisberg-RossSticks and stones may break my bones but … bullying and name-calling can emotionally scar me forever. Not the original ending to the classic verse, but probably the more accurate one. It seems that broken bones will heal far more quickly than a battered soul. Does this sound overly ...
Views: 2068 - Lunch With a Friend Taught the Meaning of Life - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Bill WhiteHooked-up with a friend I hadn’t seen in a while today. And I’m very glad we had lunch together. You know, the lessons life unexpectedly throws our way can be absolutely amazing. She taught me one such lesson. Suzanne and I were in the same cohort throughout grad school. I’ll never forget ...
Views: 1389 - Three Effective Ways to Reduce Stress and Depressed Mood During the Holidays - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Mark LakewoodThe holiday season is quickly approaching and many of us are preparing for this joyous time of the year. Some may embrace the holidays with cheer, hope, and thanksgiving while others may embrace the season with burden, anxiety, and personal failure. This article addresses three ways you can ...
Views: 814 - Major Depression and Family - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Gary DirenfeldMajor Depression and Family While most people have experienced a period of feeling down or blue, those who experience major depression experience a far more profound sense of feeling overwhelmed by dread and despair. Their feelings may be independent of, somewhat dependent upon and at times ...
Views: 1479(1 vote) - Clinical Depression Symptoms - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from john blosseEvery year on average, one in four people in the UK suffer from some kind of mental health problem, anxiety and depression being the most common disorders. There has been a tenfold increase in depression since the Second World War the main form of depression is known as clinical depression. So ...
Views: 1553 - Panic Attacks and Anxiety: Is Opening Up Worth the Risk? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Bill WhiteWithout a doubt, opening up has always been a toughie for me. Still can be. My issue has always been trust, trying my best to believe that those in whom I might confide will truly listen to all I have to say; and accept it, not necessarily in agreement, without passing judgment. God only knows ...
Views: 2579(2 votes) - The Unsung Truth - Food as a Natural Treatment for Depression - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Rebecca ShellyFood is nature’s way with supplying your body with what it needs and craves, including treatment for diseases and things like depression. If you are eating processed, sugar laden foods every cell in your body is screaming for nutrients. Most people don’t think of food as one of the natural ...
Views: 1124(1 vote) - Free Yourself From The Emotional Bully - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Allison Love, MADid you ever have someone bully you when you were a school-aged child or as an adult? Maybe they put you down because of your looks, your family, where you lived, what you wore or your grades, causing you to feel badly about yourself. There could have been different ways you handled them; from ...
Views: 1708(3 votes) - Eradicating Depression Through Schema-Focused Therapy - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from James KrehbielSamantha moved to a large sprawling city to join her boyfriend. They carried on a long-distance relationship prior to her decision to move in with him. Unfortunately, the relationship did not last long, and she felt stuck in a city without a plan to move forward in a positive direction – she ...
Views: 1389(2 votes) - How to Beat Your Story of Depression - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Michael KnowlesAnd yes, there will be days on which you awaken and feel that Black Dog hanging over you like a suffocating blanket. Your mind will absolutely, positively believe it knows you are depressed again. Ah! Another one of those days, the story in your head goes. What's the point? I haven't the ...
Views: 751(1 vote) - Getting Through The Winter Blues - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonEverybody seems to be talking about the weather. Yet again in the Isle of Man, and throughout much of the UK, it has been a disappointing summer. Too little sun and far too much rain would seem to be the general consensus. I have lost count of the number of times that I have seen would-be ...
Views: 1033 - The Causes Of Anxiety And Depression - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Nathan TylerEveryone goes through stages of anxiety and depression in their lifetime. It's normal to occasionally feel this way when we've got a lot going on. Losing a loved one or finding yourself unemployed can lead to emotions of sadness, pain, worry and hopelessness. Anxiety and depression are ...
Views: 1457(3 votes) - Adult Depression and Childhood Abuse - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Roni Weisberg-RossOver the years I’ve discovered that a significant proportion of adult clients who present with depression have a history of childhood abuse. The abuse may have been sexual, physical and/or emotional. At first I attributed this to the fact that I specialize in abuse and many clients who come ...
Views: 2224(4 votes) - Free Stress Reducer for Treating Depression Naturally - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Rebecca ShellyDid you know that long term stress reduces serotonin levels? Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in the brain which helps us feel good. To make matters worse stress also releases cortisol, a hormone produced in the adrenal gland which also can lead to depression. This hormone also reduces ...
Views: 1416(2 votes) - Learn about Neuronutrients - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from i-Supplements comIn today’s hectic lifestyle, stress and anxiety can wreak havoc on a person’s mental health. It doesn’t matter if you’re sitting in a traffic jam, you run a small business, or you’re the CEO of a multi-billion dollar company, managing your mind in a healthy way is an important part of living a ...
Views: 2470(1 vote) - Best Foods to Fight Stress - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Susan DykesStress – a high dollar word with overloaded explanations. People losing homes, loved ones and jobs donate to one group of stress pupils, while those with punishing routines, i.e. diets, exercise, Type A personalities, and low self-esteem contribute to another. Regardless of the group you fall ...
Views: 5958(6 votes) - Is Depression Being Mistaken for Old Age? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Lori SomekhDepression disproportionately affects the elderly. Unfortunately many times the signs of depression can be confused with signs of aging. In order to properly diagnose and treat depression in the elderly, individuals, their care takers and health care providers need to be vigilant in looking for ...
Views: 1237(1 vote) - Suicidal Ideations - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockAlthough suicide is a fairly heavy topic and conjures up all kinds of negative images, nevertheless it should be talked about, however briefly within this scope. When deciding what aspects to cover with this topic, and there are many, I decided to talk about risk assessment. One of the most ...
Views: 1779(2 votes) - BACK TO SCHOOL WITH DEPRESSION ~ Successful Mental Health Tips for College Students - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Agnes LevineIt's been an exciting start for students returning to school and especially for those entering college for the first time! By now, everybody is in his or her dorm and happy with his or her class schedule. Hopefully, meal plans and textbooks are coming together smoothly, too. Prayerfully, you ...
Views: 3471(2 votes) - Can Coffee be an Antidepressant? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn America, we consume over 400 million cups of coffee every day. Ever wonder why so many of us make such a lustful beeline for our caffeine? Could it be the oodles of antioxidants it contains? Or that science has revealed its health benefits, including lowered risk of diabetes, Parkinson’s ...
Views: 1357(2 votes) - Imagine a Better Life - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Judi MoreoWhen you were a child, did you ever imagine yourself to be something else….like a princess, a cowboy, an astronaut, a doctor, or some other character. I did. I would transform myself into a particular character for a period of time and have a wonderful adventure. My favorite was to ...
Views: 5689(3 votes) - Surrogacy and Postpartum Depression - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Sharon LaMotheThe Third Party- Surrogacy and Postpartum Depression Intended Parents have several concerns before, during and after they have a baby through surrogacy. Some, but not all, have a great relationship with their surrogate and worry how she is going to react once the baby is born. Is she going to ...
Views: 3052(2 votes) - Moving Through Grief on Foot - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from FSB AuthorsAfter my 16-year-old son Justin died, I learned that some journeys can only be made on foot, and grieving is one of them. You can't fly across it to avoid touching down in the pain. You can't cruise through it by car and watch the landscape through a half-open window. You can't swim through the ...
Views: 1286(1 vote) - Don't fake it, FEEL IT ! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from shayne hammondSuccess in any situation in life is only a feeling away. "He that loveth not knoweth not God; for GOD is LOVE." 1 John 4:8 Access the FEELING of LOVE and you have accessed the POWER of GOD. Often when faced with negative circumstances we think the circumstance or situation is harming or ...
Views: 1018(2 votes) - Your power is NOW - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from shayne hammond"NOW faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." Heb 11:1 Whether your'e thinking about yesterday, pondering the events of today, visualising your future in ten years time, or remembering an experience in your childhood, you are creating NOW, in this ...
Views: 1031(4 votes) - Panick Attacks Cure | Anxiety Symptoms - tackled and beaten, Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Catherine KOZARPart 2 One of the major key factors that differs from those who fully eliminate panic attacks from their lives and those who do not, is not medication, lifestyle changes, or relaxation exercises. It is when the individual no longer fears the thought of having a panic attack.. Some may think ...
Views: 911(2 votes) - Panick Attacks Cure | Anxiety Symptoms - tackled and beaten - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Catherine KOZAR”Do You Have A Fear. Nagging In The Back Of Your Mind.. When Will The Next Panic Attack Strike Me?” Often looking for effective and easy to follow steps regarding anxiety can be difficult to find. Phycologists can cost you a fortune. My recent search for something that ordinary people could ...
Views: 1251(3 votes) - Breathwork, Embodiment & Male SexualitySubmitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Ken Stofft, MA, CSBMany men, if not most men, have been trained to follow a definite stereotypical archetype as we progress through childhood into young adulthood. We are taught to embrace a 'hero/warrior' style of life. "Chest out, stomach in, shoulders back" way of moving through our world. It's an unnatural ...
Views: 1937(1 vote) - Nurturing Perspective - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from G. StewartSometimes there are days that for one reason or another every trivial activity seems to have a burdensome feeling attached. Wondering why, I shrug and think or rather know that it probably has more to do with my attitude. But of course in the moment that helps me not. I remembered a story ...
Views: 1690(4 votes) - *** Today Is A Beautiful Day, The Preciousness of Each Moment - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Christine BreeseIf you have fallen into the routine of life, or find it to be a chore, you have fallen asleep to the preciousness that every moment in life is. It is a great phenomena that we are all living in this physical reality, with a body, an identity, and we have people who we love and are connected ...
Views: 3715(12 votes) - Depression To Expression: From Hard to Fluid Bodies and Closed to Open Voices - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Elisa LodgeChronically depressed? I’m certain you’ve tried everything you could find and nothing seems to work. I’d like to offer you a simple, low cost, non-toxic approach that has worked well for my students and I believe it just might work for you too. Like the lotus growing in the mud, I used my ...
Views: 1133(2 votes) - How to Deal with the Summertime Blues - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMost people think that Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) causes symptoms of depression only in the winter because of the colder weather and shorter days. However, about ten percent of those who suffer from SAD experience depression in the summer. This type of depression is particularly hard ...
Views: 859(2 votes) - Learn About 5-HTP - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from i-Supplements com5-HTP is a naturally occurring amino acid which is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin and an intermediate in tryptophan metabolism. Many people have no problem using this all natural supplement since the safety of 5-HTP has been clinically tested and proven to have no side ...
Views: 1425(3 votes) - Discontinuing Psychiatric Medications - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Allan SosinThere are many reasons to stop taking psychiatric drugs. One reason is to restore the range of normal human emotions that allow us to experience life. Psychiatric drugs blunt emotional responses, creating a zombie-like effect. In handling grief and pain, we are able to process and understand ...
Views: 1158(2 votes) - Overcoming Depression by Turning it Into a Big Success! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Sanjay PatelNumerous people are suffering from depression nowadays. While many try to overcome depression by taking some conscious treatment and using natural remedies like physical exercise, most of us having mild signs of depression or just feeling depressed don't even know that we are ...
Views: 1213(1 vote) - Mindfulness Meditation Therapy for Resolving Emotional Stress - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Peter StrongMMT can be defined as: the direct application of mindfulness to the present felt-sense of an emotional complex to facilitate transformation, resolution and healing. DIRECT APPLICATION means that the individual trains to establish and sustain a quality of relationship with the inner ...
Views: 1814(1 vote) - *** Giving Up: Have You Given Up on Yourself? - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Margaret Paul"I feel like giving up," Emma told me in our first phone session. "I've worked and worked on myself and I'm still miserable. I've had years of therapy and I still feel unbearably depressed. Nothing is working.""It sounds to me like you are abandoning ...
Views: 5114(4 votes) - Peek on Both Sides of the Wall of Depression - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Darren RavenEach year, over 9% of Americans suffer from depression. No matter how mild it may seem, depression may lead to serious illnesses and even death. People who are depressed collectively spend about 30 billion dollars in a year to cure depression. The death of a loved one, stress, ...
Views: 702(1 vote) - What To Do When It’s Not Working - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixWe’ve all experienced this at some point in our lives. We set a goal, we make big plans to achieve it, work really hard and still don’t get the results we’ve been hoping for and desire! Maybe it’s loosing weight, growing our business, changing jobs or creating that perfect romantic relationship. ...
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