Did you know that a healthy diet is associated with an approximately 30% reduction in the risk for depression and a 40% improvement in your thinking? There’s been a growing body of research showing an association between diet, inflammation and depression. Recently two Australian studies show that eating a Mediterranean style diet actually improved depression symptoms. […]
Dealing with Empty Nest Depression
The giggles you’re used to hearing everyday are gone, the ten thousand questions are now set to zero, and driving to after school activities is a thing of the past. And the list goes on, and on leaving you with an overwhelming feeling of emptiness. These are just a few of the situations that accompany […]
Got the Rainy Day Blues? Stop Checking Facebook!
April showers can give you the blues; but if you recently checked your Facebook page, your foul mood might not be weather related. Emotional spillover from social media interactions can have a surprisingly strong influence on your emotions. Checking your Facebook updates or wall posts first thing in the morning can color the rest of […]
Folate Supplementation and Depression
We have known for years that folate, a B vitamin is required for cell growth and brain function. But more recently we have seen the role that folate plays in the production of serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine – the mood chemicals. We consume folate naturally by eating green leafy vegetable and other foods, then the […]
Depression Medication and Weight Gain – Do you really have to chose?
The Today Show had a very interesting story about a women who felt she had to chose between being fat and happy or thin and sad. As with most things, there’s more to this story than meets the eye. Here’s the clip then my comment. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about […]
Recovering from Tragedy Is a Process
When you are caught in the throes of tragedy, your emotions feel out-of-control. But there is an order to how we process the chaos that accompanies traumatic loss, whether it is the death of a loved one, a failed romantic relationship, job loss, a difficult medical diagnosis or any of the challenges we face as we move […]