Tag: treating depression
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Science Explains How Psychedelics May Reduce Depression
Mounting evidence reveals that psychedelics such as psilocybin can effectively reduce the symptoms of depression. While people respond differently to treatments, many have found relief with “magic mushrooms.” About 30% of people have treatment-resistant depression, meaning psychiatric medications don’t work for them. In that case, they may turn to a natural antidepressant-like psychedelics to alleviate…
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Is a Depressed Person Hiding Their Depression? 10 Red Flags to Watch For
Have you seen the depression public service announcement where the sad woman is hiding behind a smiley face mask? Although it’s an advertisement, using a “mask” to hide depression may resonate with many who suffer from this condition. The depressed person wants to hide their mental health issue as it’s often embarrassing to them. According…
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Science Reveals Anger and Irritability Linked to Depression
Do you ever feel angry, and you don’t know why? Do you find that you are irritable and snapping at people even when you don’t mean it? Also, have you become so grouchy and cranky that you can’t even stand yourself sometimes? Your irritable nature may be caused by depression. It sounds odd to say…
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New Study Reveals: Happiness Is Contagious, Depression Is Not
Happiness is contagious, but depression is not, says a study. But why is that important? According to the World Health Organization, more than 350 million people globally suffer from depression. With these staggering numbers, you would think that depression spreads just by having regular contact with those who suffer from the disorder. However, a groundbreaking…
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10 Signs Someone Is Depressed
Depression is a troubling illness, both for the afflicted and those that care about them. Many times, the depressed doesn’t know why it’s happening; sometimes they think that it’s a personal failing or weakness. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Depression is a very complex disease that is often linked to biological, environmental, genetic,…