December is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Awareness Month, which can often be brushed off as just “winter blues.” It is somewhat common to feel less cheerful as the days grow shorter, but this season can trigger more than just temporary sadness. SAD is a type of depression linked to shorter hours of sunlight exposure during […]
We live in a fast-paced world – add the holiday season and mix in a time change – those can often be the perfect ingredients for changes to mental health. Stress, anxiety, and depression are common mental health challenges that can affect anyone and while they share similar symptoms, understanding their unique characteristics can help […]
October is Depression Education Awareness Month, an important time to focus on one of the most common mental health conditions worldwide—depression. While it might be prevalent, depression is often misunderstood or stigmatized, leaving people to suffer in silence. That’s why learning about the signs and symptoms is so critical. What is Depression? Depression is more […]
Depression is serious and very common. You are not alone. Depression is a medical condition. It affects mental and physical health, can harm professional and personal relationships, and can even lead to suicide. Depression has many different causes. Some of these include, chemical imbalances and other conditions and life changes such a as a job […]