There is evidence that some forms of depression have a genetic basis, in particular manic depression, or bipolar disorder. However, with those two exceptions most depression is learned, not genetic. Because depression has to do with styles of thinking, behavior and interpersonal relationships, depressive styles can be passed down in families. So if you had […]
Differences Between Men and Women:
* Different levels of hormones like serotonin, estrogen etc. Womens hormone levels are fluctuating, thus women are by nature more stressful and physically sensitive than men, thats why they are more likely to suffer from depressive symptoms. Hormones are really important for women. For example estrogen is responsible for more than […]
Whether you have had personal experience with, or exposure to this disorder, or not, everyone should have a better understanding of bipolar disorder.
What Is Bipolar Disorder?
Formerly refered to as manic depression, bipolar disorder is an occurance of mood disorders in which the affected person may experience one, or all of the following conditions: depression, mania […]
Bipolar Disorder and Society: The stigma often associated with manic depression and other mental disorders is very real. Many people with bipolar disorder or other mental illnesses are afraid to share their condition with other people for fear of ridicule or judgment.
A World Federation for Mental Health study recently revealed that more than 71% of […]
Many bipolar suffers have tried to win a bipolar disability claim and have not been able come up with the goods. Life can certainly get tough for bipolar sufferers and their loved ones, with many symptoms of bipolar manic depression making it difficult to hold down a job.
A new package by Dr. Susan A. Nickerson, […]
Anxiety and Depression is caused by an imbalance of brain chemistry. Symptoms are normally dealt with by drugs, such as Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI’s) like Paroxetine (Paxil), Sertraline (Zoloft) and Fluoxetine (Prozac).Little do doctors tell you that imbalances in brain chemistry are actually due to poor diet, an unsatisfactory sex life, lack of exercise […]