Do “Mental Illnesses” Really Exist?
by Newtown grafitti Question by ..: Do “mental illnesses” really exist? I don’t think they do. I think what exists is emotional pain, which people express in a variety of ways, like having mood swings (“depression”), being nervous (“anxiety disorder“), controlling food (“eating disorders”) etc. I don’t agree any of these are “illnesses” nor are they signs of an “unhealthy” mind – just a person who is suffering acutely because of bad things that have happened to them. Calling this an “illness” is like calling sadness an illness. What do you think? Best answer: Answer by BrittneyThey do trust Read more... ...
Depression Symptoms: Depression Symptoms
by SoulRider.222 Depression symptoms are easy to overlook for both the person suffering from the depression and their friends and family. With today’s knowledge about depression, their is no need for the person experiencing these symptoms to suffer. One common symptom of depression is a long period of sadness or simply not feeling up to it no matter what the activity. This moping around and constant state of sadness is probably the number one sign of depression. Another common symptom is a pessimistic attitude toward most things. A person going through depression will feel and act as if they have nothing going for them and possibly nothing to live for. Read more... ...
Stress and Depression
... and Depression – After months of prolonged, chronic stress you may find yourself experiencing signs of depression. Sometimes these feelings and symptoms eventually go away, b… by Boogies with Fish Stressed? Exercise can help The holiday season is called the merriest time of year, but for most people it can be the most stressful. 'Tis the season for weather changes that bring about seasonal depression, obstacles and challenges related to work and family. And daily … Read more on Alexandria Town Talk Read ...
Medicaid Expansion to Cover Many Former Prisoners
Medicaid Expansion To Cover Many Former Prisoners They don't know how to shop, or how to budget,” said Tammy Meek, prisoner re-entry coordinator for the Gus Harrison Correctional Facility in this small city in southern Michigan. “Some can't even write their name in cursive. Health care is critical in … Read more on Kaiser Health News Depression Therapy Effective for Poor, Minority Moms Now a new study shows that screening for the disorder and providing short-term, relationship-focused therapy through weekly home visits can relieve depression among minority mothers, even in the face of poverty and personal histories of abuse or … Read more on University of Rochester Newsroom Read more... ...
Am I Suffering From Any Form of Depression?
... by [j]ustme: am I suffering from any form of depression? Did some quizzes on the net for awhile. Most say that I have signs of depression and perhaps bipolar. Been quite down and prone to self harming. But sometimes, I just feel like I’m at the top of the world and am very optimistic no matter what happens but at the next moment I’m completely down. could I be having depression? I’m in my adolescene years now and I hope that I can find out without involving my parents. Please help! Best answer: Read ...
What Happens When You Get a Psychiatrist?
by mikecogh Question by Clarice: What happens when you get a psychiatrist? I suffered depression as a teen. I am now in my early 20’s. Recently, I tried to kill myself taking headache pills and lied to the doctor that I didn’t do it intentionally (since I didn’t take enough to die). I’m embarrassed of getting a psychiatrist and fear that they will make it known to my friends and family. What happens when I get a therapist? Will they send me to the mental hospital? Will “depression” be on my medical record forever? Will it affect my job? Read more... ...