Light shed on depression from a different angle...
It would be catastrophic to say that the entire human population suffers from depressive disorders. It would also be untrue to describe the disease as incurable. Nor would it be correct to say that a...
In whom should we suspect depression?
The statistics on the incidence of depression can certainly be frightening. They are probably the reason why there is more and more talk about depression. Depression can affect anyone - from children...
Can physical activity protect children from depression?
The ability of exercise to protect against depression is proven and well researched - in both adults and adolescents. Can we expect the same protective effect in children too? We don't know yet,...
Autumn sadness, or maybe something more? A few words about seasonal depression
As every year, nature plays everything out according to plan. After a sunny and warm summer came the most difficult time for meteoropaths, the autumn-winter period. The day has decided to shorten to...
Depression in a pregnant woman increases the risk of emotional and behavioural problems for her baby?
This is the conclusion reached by the authors of a review published recently in the journal The Lancet Psychiatry. Pregnancy depression most commonly affects women in the last trimester of pregnancy...
Variations of depression in adolescent patients
Depression is one of the most well-known psychiatric conditions. It can occur in anyone: in an adult, an elderly person or a child. In the latter group, it is not always easy to diagnose depression....
Senior citizen depression
Depression is an illness that affects people of all ages. The most common mental disorders in the senior population are dementia syndromes and depression.
Childhood depression affects grey cell development!
Research shows that depression in children has a significant impact on brain development. All the more reason why it should not be ignored.
Men's depression from the perspective of the Gestalt approach
Looking at depression from a different perspective opens the way to other solutions, supported by psychotherapy and pharmacology.
Paternal baby blues
According to researchers, around 20 per cent of parents, both mothers and fathers, suffer from psychological distress caused by the birth of an offspring.
The role of light in the treatment of depression
Light not only helps in the treatment of seasonal mood disorders, but also in the treatment of clinical depression.
Depression and suicide attempts
Scientific research and the observations of specialists show that suicide is one of the most serious complications of depression. At present, an increasing number of suicides have been observed among...
Hearing loss and mood disorders and depression
Hearing loss is an increasingly common condition that can occur at any age regardless of gender. The condition has a very negative impact on the patient's smooth functioning in everyday life.
Aaron Beck's birthday
Aaron Beck, one of the founders of the cognitive psychotherapy movement, celebrates his birthday tomorrow. He turns 94.
Is chronic stress dangerous for us?
Stress accompanies us every day; for some people it has a mobilising effect, for others it does not allow them to function normally or efficiently in everyday life. Research to find ways of coping...
Herbal medicines for depression - can they help effectively?
For some time now, natural medicine has been experiencing a kind of renaissance. This is partly linked to the general trend of living a greener, healthier life, closer to nature. But can herbal...
Antidepressants and how they work
Antidepressants, another common name for antidepressants, are categorised as psychotropic agents/drugs. They are used for patients suffering from depressive disorders but also for those with anxiety...
Depression - when to see a doctor?
It is worth (and necessary!) to seek medical help when the depressed mood lasts for more than two weeks, is accompanied by anhedonia (lack of feeling of pleasure) and a significant reduction of...
Diet in depression - what to eat to help yourself?
Lifestyle and nutrition significantly affect our health. What we eat can also affect our mood. How do you eat when you are depressed? What should you eat to help yourself?
