Depression

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Common Signs of Major Depression

Major depression, also known as clinical depression, is more than just feeling sad or going through a temporary bout of the blues. It’s a serious mental health condition that requires understanding, treatment, and compassion. At its core, major depression affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities. This can include sleeping, eating, working, and […]

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Is Not Eating A Sign Of Depression?

Depression tends to cause significant changes to your energy levels, libido, and sleeping patterns. Is not eating a sign of depression, though? You can learn more about depression and how it can impact you when you contact us at Promises. Begin your depression treatment by calling us at 888.483.7451 today.  Depression’s Impact: Both Physical and

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What’s The Difference Between Laziness and Depression?

Mental health disorders are widely stigmatized, as is help-seeking. Largely the result of misunderstandings, attitudes that perpetuate negative and judgmental ideas about mental health struggles can be extremely damaging. Many believe that a mental illness is a weakness or that people who have one are lazy, lack willpower, or have a character flaw. It is

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Can Diet Lead to Depression?

The everyday diet can make a tremendous impact on a person’s well-being. Sure, the food a person chooses to ingest can play a part in their physical health, but new research is showing it also plays a role in their mental health as well. According to a piece in Psych Central, a well-rounded, healthy diet

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When Can I Start Depression Screening For My Child?

In some reports, depression has been called the most “over diagnosed” disease in this country. In others, it is still considered to be a mental health issue largely undetermined in a number of individuals due to lack of symptoms or other contributing factors. Practitioners are trying to better implement depression screening, but exactly when to

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Can Major Depression Contribute to Pain Symptoms?

Pain is a complicated thing as symptoms cannot always be fully attributed to an organic origin for those suffering from depression. Dirk Frieser, psychologist at the Institute of Psychology at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, notes in a recent Science Daily report that women are more frequently affected by depression and by the so-called somatoform pain

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Situational Depression vs. Clinical Depression

Depression is a debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of people all over the world. There are several different types, including situational and clinical depression. In terms of situational vs. clinical depression, there are similarities and differences between the two. Proper diagnosis and treatment are crucial to long-term recovery. At Promises Behavioral Health, we

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Depression and Weight Gain

Depression can have a profound impact on an individual’s life. Not only does this mental health condition cause distress and difficulty functioning, but it may also lead to weight gain. Studies suggest a strong relationship between depression and weight gain, as those suffering from depression have a higher risk of becoming overweight or obese. It’s

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What Are the Major Symptoms of Atypical Depression?

Do you believe that you or someone you love is struggling with depression? If so, it’s essential to know that there are different types of depression, each with its own symptoms. For example, atypical depression is a specific form of major depressive disorder (MDD). Mental health experts and professionals call it “atypical” precisely because symptoms

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Is My Loved One Struggling With Depression?

Depression is a mental health issue that can disrupt a person’s life in all ways. You might wonder: is my loved one struggling with depression? Sometimes it can be difficult to tell if someone is going through a tough time or is dealing with depression. If you feel that you or a loved one is

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