Have you ever been in pain? Chances are you’re wincing as you answer that question. Pain is the most common symptom of all medical conditions. Therefore, pain relief is not only essential for recovery but also key for keeping you … Read More
My friend told me he beats the winter blues by heading to a tanning bed to get his sun. My friend was not diagnosed with Seasonal Affective Disorder, but like most people the short winter days bum him out.
Seasonal Affective Disorder is the technical term for the sadness some people experience in relationship to the changing of the seasons. One of the most effective ways to treat S.A.D. is with light therapy
Osteoarthritis sufferers may find relief with a new method of detection. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of joint disorder, the typical culprit being common “wear and tear,” although being overweight is also a cause. However, a new scientific method … Read More
There are encouraging findings hidden among some depressing facts. First the bad news. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 7 percent of adults in the U.S. have depression that lasts at least a year. More than 30 … Read More
Want to boost your mood without diet, exercise, or pills? Perhaps, you should consider volunteering. In his article, “It’s Good to Be Good: Science Says It’s So,” Dr Stephen Post sites numerous scientific studies which prove that altruism may be a … Read More
Research shows that offering depression sufferers choices in their approach to treatment allows them to take ownership over their treatment and leads to greater success. Now anxiety specialists have sought to determine whether a similar method might help people with … Read More
Nothing can ground you like a bad case of jet lag. Jet lag is a condition that occurs when your inner biological clock is out of sync with external (real world) time. Treatment is a tricky issue, as it remains unclear … Read More
Dear FYI Depression Expert, How do you know if your therapist is a good fit? I have a terrific therapist, but he never gives advice. I don’t really like just talking and talking, because I feel like I’m spending a … Read More
