Seasonal affective disorder, often referred to as SAD, is depression that occurs in response to seasonal transitions. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), SAD isn’t considered it’s own depressive disorder but a subtype of depression. It’s characterized…
Feeling a little anxious? That’s totally normal. The National Health Service defines anxiety as a feeling of unease that can range from mild to severe. Almost anything can trigger that uncomfortable, jittery feeling. Perhaps you read a frightening story in…
Acupuncture might be considered too alternative for some, but studies show that it’s an effective tool for treating a variety of conditions. According to a study published in The Journal of Pain, acupuncture is successful in treating chronic pain. It’s…
There are many things going on in the world at any moment that can cause you to feel anxious. These kinds of circumstances, along with the stressors going on in your own life, can raise your anxiety to uncomfortable levels.…
Chamomile has been used for thousands of years as a medicinal herb in many cultures. The sweet, daisy-like plant has been used to treat everything from digestive issues and wound healing to respiratory infections. It even appears in the ancient…
E-cigarettes have been the most frequently used tobacco products by young people since 2014, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Also called vaping, the use of e-cigarettes — or any tobacco use — is known to…
Giving birth and embarking on motherhood is often described as a magical journey. But it can also be deeply vulnerable and fraught with emotions, especially if you’re one of the millions of new mothers facing the challenges of postpartum depression.…
Anxiety is a common emotion that encompasses feelings of uneasiness, dread, and fear. According to MedlinePlus, it may cause physical symptoms such as an increased heart rate, sweating, and tense muscles. Anxiety can be a normal response to stress. It’s a…
Depression has been around since the dawn of human civilization — perhaps as long as consciousness itself (via Ancient Origins). The Greeks referred to it as “melancholia.” The Romans called it “deprimere,” which is Latin for “to press down” (per…
There are many tools available to help treat depression — medication, exercise, therapy — and science is now showing that proper nutrition can help as well. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), depression affected 8.4% of U.S. adults in…