How to Choose an Antidepressant That Fits a Person’s Needs?

When an individual works with a health provider to begin using antidepressants, it may take a while before finding a good fit. There are many antidepressant medications, and everyone responds to them differently, just as depression may appear differently for each person.  Depression is often a complex interaction of physical factors and environmental factors. A […]

What Are Anxiety Disorders?

Anxiety Disorders are Becoming More and More Prevalent The prevalence of anxiety is rising, perhaps due to a more anxiety-inducing culture or increased reporting and accessibility of information. In the US between 2008 and 2018, respondents experiencing anxiety rose by over five percent. The Anxiety & Depression Association of America Facts and Statistics Page in 2021 […]

What’s the Difference Between Situational and Clinical Depression?

  Depression is a complicated illness that may come from various causes; it can feel and look different depending on the person.  More than 25 million Americans per year are estimated to meet the criteria for a depressive disorder.  Yet, the media often portrays depression as simply sadness, which does not do justice to suffering […]

How Do I Explain My Depression to a Loved One?

  Depression is one of the most prevalent mental health disorders in our world today. Depression affects many individuals throughout their lifetime and their families, where symptoms may become debilitating and devastating. Explaining depression to loved ones can bring a mix of emotions like frustration, embarrassment, confusion, or shame. Discussing depression can be challenging, especially […]