Preventing Depression - There's no sure way to prevent depression. However, taking steps to control stress, to increase your resilience and to boost low self-esteem may help.
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Depression may have social, psychological, and physical causes. Find out how a complete treatment plan can address all these issues at EverydayHealth.com.
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While we can’t control our experiences, we can control how we respond to them. Here's a five-step plan to help stop stress from spiraling out of control quickly and effectively.
"There is such an extreme stigma about mental health issues, and I can’t make heads or tails of why it exists."
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Tuning in to TV or going online to relax after a stressful workday can make you feel even worse. Turn off the screens and try these stress-busting techniques instead.
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Depression can cause cognitive problems (for example, thinking through a solution to a problem). Antidepressants may not help much with these symptoms.
A new study shows that a healthy mood can spread through friend groups.
Many people with anxiety will also develop depression, and it's important to treat both conditions. Learn how to get help for both anxiety and depression.
The documentary "Stress: Portrait of a Killer" shows the drastic effects of stress on your body and brain.
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"Depression can steal your physical, emotional and mental energy."
Three types of mental health counseling were effective in helping teens fight depression long-term, new research shows