#depression

#depression

Depression can make basic tasks like showering challenging due to fatigue, low self-esteem, and stigma around cleanliness. [ more ]

Forced outing of LGBTQ+ students can lead to increased depression, low family support, and high stress levels. [ more ]

Physical activity reduces cardiovascular disease risk for individuals with depression. [ more ]

Miami Connection is a cult classic movie directed by Y. K. Kim.

Joel Kim Booster returned to the Depresh Mode podcast to discuss his journey with depression. [ more ]

Marriage is a sacred relationship based on love, trust, and commitment; divorce can cause emotional turmoil.

Divorce depression, a form of clinical depression after a marriage ends, can persist if not addressed. [ more ]

Pets offer emotional support for individuals with depression.

Service dogs for depression provide specific assistance and emotional support. [ more ]

COVID-19 patients may experience insomnia; 76.1% reported trouble sleeping, 22.8% severe insomnia.

Depression and anxiety increase the likelihood of developing insomnia in COVID-19 patients. [ more ]

Adults who live alone are more likely to feel depressed than those who live with others.

Economic factors exacerbate feelings of depression, particularly among those living alone. [ more ]

Fitness tracking rings were used in a study to detect early symptoms of COVID-19.

Higher body temperatures were found to be associated with depressive symptoms. [ more ]

Resistance exercise training can have a positive impact on anxiety and depressive symptoms.

The study provides evidence of the potential benefits of resistance exercise training and explores the underlying mechanisms. [ more ]

Talking therapies like CBT and MBI can help women manage menopause symptoms and improve quality of life.

Research suggests a clear link between physical and psychological menopause symptoms, with therapies like CBT and MBI showing positive effects on anxiety and depression. [ more ]

Living with grief is a process of change, not a permanent state.

Depression stage of grief entails profound sadness, hopelessness, and disinterest in life. [ more ]

The study shows a correlation between ADHD, depressive symptoms, hypomania, and hypersexuality, suggesting individuals may use sex as a form of 'self-medication.'

Impulsivity and emotional regulation play a significant role in the interplay between ADHD, hypersexuality, depression, and hypomania. [ more ]

Importance of gene-environment interplay in psychiatric disorders

Challenging assumptions about depression and genetic risk [ more ]

Therapy can initially worsen feelings before healing begins.

Therapy may bring deep-rooted issues and painful realizations to the surface. [ more ]

Establish clear boundaries with your daughter and her mother-in-law regarding visitation and alone-time.

Focus on giving attention as a grandparent rather than receiving it. [ more ]

People pleasing behavior can lead to serious mental health issues like anxiety, stress, and depression.

Being a perpetual people pleaser can be detrimental to one's mental wellbeing and sense of control.

Signs of chronic people-pleasing include over-apologizing, difficulty setting boundaries, and a constant need for external validation. [ more ]

Living alone is linked to higher rates of self-reported depression than living with others.

Adults who live alone and receive little emotional or social support are almost twice as likely to report feelings of depression. [ more ]

Lina Hidalgo, the top elected official of Harris County, Texas, checked herself into a residential mental health clinic for serious depression.

Hidalgo has spoken openly about her mental health struggles and trauma of childhood sexual abuse, making it a central part of her political identity. [ more ]

Tommy Shevlin, president of the Nassau Police Benevolent Association, is using his platform to reshape the way mental health is addressed in the police force.

Shevlin is sharing his own battle with depression and addiction as a way to break down the stigma surrounding mental health in law enforcement. [ more ]

John Fetterman, Democratic senator from Pennsylvania, is known for his casual attire and political flip-flopping.

Fetterman's memoir about his experiences with depression is seen as both destigmatizing and questionable given his political stances. [ more ]

Ketamine infusion therapy is being used off-label to treat mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.

For-profit ketamine clinics have proliferated in the United States, with revenues projected to more than double by 2030. [ more ]

Sadness is a temporary reaction to a situation that causes emotional pain, while depression is a long-term mental illness that requires treatment.

Depression affects how a person feels, thinks, and acts, making it difficult to care for oneself. [ more ]

Lil Nas X has released a new song called "Where Do We Go Now?" just two weeks after his previous single "J Christ."

Lil Nas X's first singles in two years were "Late to da Party" and "Star Walkin'" in 2022. [ more ]

Water from Your Eyes covers Ween's song "If You Could Save Yourself (You'd Save Us All)" as part of Sounds of Saving's "Songs That Found Me at The Right Time" series.

The song was chosen because it was relatable to vocalist Rachel Brown's experience with mental illness and depression. [ more ]

Kota the Friend closed his first 20-city tour in New York City

His music helps fans with depression battles [ more ]

George Funky Brown, co-founder and drummer of Kool and the Gang, has died at the age of 74.

Brown co-wrote some of the band's biggest hits including Celebration, Ladies' Night, and Jungle Boogie.

He struggled with depression and prescription drugs, and retired in August. [ more ]

Hormonal birth control methods can have an impact on mental health, with some women reporting mood swings, anxiety, and depression as side effects.

Birth control measures are associated with varying risks of developing pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), with intrauterine devices (IUDs) being linked to a lower risk. [ more ]

The concept of Blue Monday as the most depressing day of the year is widely debunked but still resonates with people.

The first working Monday of the year is referred to as divorce day, with a high volume of inquiries to family lawyers. [ more ]

Disney adults are often seen as cringey, but one woman argues that they exist because Gen Z lacks third places for social gathering.

A TikToker explains that previous generations had work, home, and social gatherings as their third place, but Gen Z lacks this and it contributes to depression and anxiety. [ more ]

The family of a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy who died by suicide has filed a $20 million wrongful-death claim, citing years of working in jails and mandatory overtime for his depression.

Another $20 million claim was filed by the parents of Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer, who was fatally shot while on duty, claiming that required overtime left him too fatigued to stay alert. [ more ]