Did you know that by making some modifications to your diet, you could alleviate many symptoms related to anxiety, panic and depression? Take a look at some simple ways to use your diet to improve your mental health today.
The B Vitamin Group
This group of vitamins can contribute significantly to your overall mental and physical health. […]
Depression is a serious medical illness that involves the brain. Depression is very common and affects as many as 1 in 8 people in their teen years. Depression affects people of every color, race, economic status, or age. Depression can run in families, and usually starts between the ages of 15 and 30. It is […]
Living with someone with bipolar disorder can be a challenge. Helping your loved one cope with the mood swings, depression and constant threat of manic episodes can test your love to the limit! Most couples successfully living normal lives where one partner is a bipolar sufferer, have worked out a set of […]
Treatment Options
A variety of medications are used to treat bipolar disorder. Many people with bipolar disorder are on a cocktail of medicines, which may include between two and five medications. Some people with bipolar disorder add to or replace their western medication with herbal or holistic options. But even with optimal medication treatment, many people […]
Bipolar mood disorder, also called manic depression, is a serious condition often leading to unemployment, marital problems, alcohol abuse, and is associated with multiple relapses. 10-20% of patients commit suicide. Lithium has played an important role in the prevention of bipolar disorder since the 1960’s and became widely used as the first line of treatment […]
The evidence is piling up that Omega 3 fish oil treatment for bipolar and depression can really help, particular with the symptoms related to depression. As yet, the optimal dose has not been clarified. Some studies suggest too high a dose can cause the benefits to be reduced, while other studies show very […]