Do you feel overwhelmed by your work environment? Does your depression get worse every time you walk into the office? Work-related stress is one of the driving forces behind depression in America. You may not be able to eliminate this stress entirely, but there are...
Stress is a major culprit in depression. The more stressed you are, the more overwhelmed you feel – that increases the intensity of depression symptoms. Did you know that having your smartphone with you at work could be adding to your stress levels? Let’s take a look...
Human beings are complex animals. The modern-day lifestyle adds to the stress as well as anxiety leading to depression and a host of phobias. Sometimes an individual crack under the mental pressure and displays abnormal behavior often manifested in the form of...
The nighttime eating syndrome is an eating disorder no doubt but it should not be confused with binge eating. The individuals affected by this particular condition do not binge at other times of the day except at night. They have issues about exercising control over...
The depressed mind produces thoughts that steal a person’s joy. Thoughts that make a person feel that ordinary or even enjoyable tasks are overwhelming. Thoughts that make things like showering, eating, going to work, and brushing your teeth, monumental tasks for...
The food you eat doesn’t just impact your health and your waistline. It also influences your mood and behavioral patterns. If you feel unexpected sad, angry, or irritable, your diet may have something to do with it. Let’s take a look at how an unhealthy diet could...
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be caused by any form of trauma. It is most often associated with combat in the military, but that only represents a small portion of PTSD sufferers in America. According to the National Center for PTSD, 70-80% of Americans...
Finances play a big role in a person’s stress levels. Excessive stress can lead to depression, and depression can cause unhealthy spending habits. You can stop this cycle early on by learning the right way to manage your money. Here are some money management tips to...
Job loss can be very overwhelming. It’s as if your chair has been pulled out from under you, and then you get smacked in the face with a bat. Not only do you have to worry about income loss, but you also have to think about your future job pursuits. All of this stress...
Aging and depression often go hand in hand. The senior years aren’t always about long vacations and free time. For some adults, this is the most stressful and depressing time in their life. If you are an aging adult in Michigan, our depression counselors at...
