depression

Working Long Hours Raises Risk for Depression

Posted Fri, 01/27/2012 - 12:03pm by Camilla Cheung

We all know that overtime can be stressful, but new research shows that working long hours can double your risk for depression.

full story Add new comment

Health News, Lifestyle, Aging

Social Activity May Protect Elderly Against Disability

Posted Thu, 03/17/2011 - 1:42pm by Fred Lee

Besides adding a little spice to their lives, social activities with family and friends helps seniors to avoid physical injury and emotional difficulties.

full story Add new comment

Health News, Nutrition, Mind Body

Poor Diet Can Lead To Depression

Posted Mon, 02/07/2011 - 10:00am by Fred Lee

In addition to the physical health consequences, excessive consumption of junk food can have a profound psychological and emotional effect, as well.

full story 1 comment

Nutrition

Food And Mood: Trans Fat Intake Can Increase Risk Of Depression

Posted Sun, 02/06/2011 - 10:36am by Denise Reynolds

A has found that trans fatty acids leads to biological changes that are linked not only to heart disease, but also to depression.

full story Add new comment

Health News, Mind Body

Sharing The Sorrow Can Be Helpful

Posted Tue, 01/04/2011 - 6:09pm by Fred Lee

Sharing your sorrows and feelings of sadness can help us cope with them and, in the end, make us happier.

full story Add new comment

Mind Body

Holiday Depression: 5 Strategies for Handling the Holiday Blues

Posted Thu, 12/09/2010 - 8:11pm by Dolores Scotto

It may be the most wonderful time of the year. But for many, the year-end holidays are a mixed bag of emotions such as sadness, anxiety, and depression. Fortunately, there are simple strategies for coping with holiday depression.

full story Add new comment

Health News, Lifestyle, Prevention

Are You A Type D Personality?

Posted Thu, 10/14/2010 - 8:48am by Fred Lee

Type D individuals are characterized as being chronically negative and pessimistic. In a recent study, doctors found that Type D patients appeared to have a greater risk for heart problems.

full story Add new comment