Posts tagged DEPRESSION THERAPY
When Does a Case of the Blues Become Depression
From time to time, everyone encounters periods of sadness in their lives. It’s a normal human emotion and an unfortunate but unavoidable part of life. But how do you distinguish sadness from clinical depression? Typically, an individual becomes sad in response to a disappointing, painful or challenging experience or situation. When the situation resolves or goes away and the individual has time to heal, the sadness fades. Depression, however, does not necessarily require a difficult event or situation as a catalyst, and it doesn’t just...
Read More
The State of Mental Health in Millennials
The State of Mental Health in Millennials According to a survey of over 2,000 Americans, aged 18 and up, (https://www.webpsychology.com/news/2015/10/08/depression-amongst-millennials-%E2%80%93-why-are-they-affected-higher-rates-232931) the Millennial Generation, defined as those born between 1978 – 1999, have seen a steeper increase in both stress and depression levels over the past couple of decades, than any of the generations before them. A study measuring depression across the age spectrum–traditionalists, baby boomers, Gen...
Read More
4 Ways to Help Your Spouse with Depression
Committing to a relationship means you are there for your spouse through the good times and the tough times. If your spouse suffers from depression, the tough times can be overwhelming. You may find yourself dealing with feelings of helplessness as you struggle to guide your spouse out of each depressive state. Dr. Eric Levin, PhD, in Philadelphia, PA, has worked with many clients suffering from depression and advised their spouses on how to help their loved ones. Here are 4 ways to help your spouse with depression: Encourage your spouse to...
Read More
5 Ways to Feel Happier Right Now
Have you ever wondered why some people just seem to be naturally happier than others? A variety of factors in your life affect your happiness, but research suggests that genetics accounts for about 50% of each person’s variation in happiness. Only about 10 to 20% of your happiness is based on life circumstances. In other words, happiness really does come more easily to some people than others. Philadelphia Depression Therapist The good news is that, according to research, 40% of your happiness is shaped by your own intentional behaviors....
Read More
