Rachel Broune's Articles in Dealing with Depression

  • Adult Depression - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
    Depression is worryingly common in adults. It can occur in three different levels: mild depression; moderate depression; and severe depression. There are many tell-tale signs of this disorder, and the more depressed a person is, the more of these signs will be present in their behaviour.
  • Major Depression - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
    Major depression is characterized by a persistent sad mood and/or an inability to experience pleasure. These symptoms are constant, interfering with the ability to lead a productive and enjoyable life.
  • Teen Depression - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
    Teen depression is a common and growing problem. Teen depression can be found in more than 8% of the teenage population. Teen depression often occurs with other illnesses, including anxiety and disruptive behavior. Abuse of drugs or alcohol is common among those with teen depression.
  • Clinical depression and its symptoms
    According to the definitions of most medical, psychological and psychiatric bodies, there is a commonality in the diagnosis of depression. Most depression tests have a very similar framework. Almost without exception, clinical depression will be diagnosed if a certain number of feelings, that are signs of depression, are present over a certain period of time.
  • Healing depression | Natural vs conventional treatment
    According to recent research by researchers, most treatments for depression, including cognitive behavioral therapy, diet and antidepressants aren't enough. The only lasting solution is the oldest of all - a supportive relationship.
  • Bipolar depression signs and symptoms
    These are many emotions we experience in our everyday life. We all have our ups and downs, our “off” days and our “on” days. But if you’re suffering from bipolar disorder, these peaks and valleys are more severe. Bipolar disorder also known as manic depression or manic-depressive illness involves dramatic shifts in mood from the highs of mania to the lows of major depression.
  • Where to see help for depressed family member?
    The most important thing anyone can do for the depressed person is to help him or her get an appropriate diagnosis and treatment for depression. This may involve encouraging the individual to stay with treatment until the symptoms of depression begin to abate (several weeks), or to seek different treatment if no improvement occurs.
  • What Depression Therapy Actually Works?
    Depression is a disorder which affects mind and body in a number of ways. It has many symptoms. They include loss of energy and lack of concentration.