Tag: DepressionTreatment
Treatment-Resistant Doesn’t Mean Impossible
Imagine being depressed and trying medication after medication without relief. It’s frustrating, stressful, and often adds more weight to the crippling burden of depression. This is the exhausting cycle of defeat those with treatment-resistant depression face each day. Now, we’re helping our patients breakthrough symptoms of Major Depression with TMS Therapy in Seattle. Understanding Depression vs. Sadness Feeling sad and
5 Ways to Beat Holiday Depression and Stress
This year we’re all facing a shift in holiday traditions to some extent. The restrictions, regulations, and safety measures brought on by COVID-19 continue to create unprecedented times and the holiday season is no exception. Many people might have to let go of treasured holiday traditions this year which can be really challenging. The truth is, the holidays can be
Seasonal Affective Disorder in Seattle
Surviving winter in Seattle is something Northwesterners have learned to do year after year. But why survive when you can thrive? The cold, dark months ahead can really impact the way some people feel. The grays that fill the coastline along with shorter days can cause some to feel more sadness and less energy. Maybe you find yourself wanting to
A Few Things Everyone Should Know About Depression and Suicide During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. It’s a month dedicated to helping raise awareness of suicide prevention across the world. It’s important to remember that we can all help prevent suicide by understanding the issues concerning suicide and mental health. Here are a few ways you can help prevent suicide and end the stigma surrounding mental health. Depression is more
How Covid-19 Adds To The Complexity of Depression
Here we are more than six months into the coronavirus outbreak and it’s clear we still have a long road ahead. This is a distressing, uncertain time. Maybe you are grieving the loss of a loved one or the loss of your day to day routine before the outbreak. Perhaps you are experiencing financial stress or job loss. You may
Preventative Care is Essential for Your Mental Health, Too
Did you know that one simple step could help save 100,000 lives? Certainly a shocking statistic! According to the National Commission on Prevention Priorities, if 90 percent of adults were to receive an annual wellness visit and their age-appropriate health screenings, 100,000 Americans would avoid a preventable death every year. You read that right. Preventative care can help save 100,000
How Depression Can Affect Relationships
We talk a lot about the well-known symptoms of depression. The lingering sadness, increased irritability, and feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness. Approximately 1 in 6 Americans live with these symptoms every day. Unfortunately, Major Depression can extend beyond the individual impacting family and friends, destroying careers, and wrecking relationships. When you start to peel away the layers of depression, you
Healthy Ways to Combat Social Isolation and Loneliness During COVID-19 Regulations
Currently, Washingtonians are to stay at home- except for essential activities like grocery shopping and doctor’s appointments. All public and private social, spiritual and recreational gatherings are banned. All non-essential businesses are closed. Of course, these safety measures are in place to help slow the spread of COVID-19, but they can also cause anxiety and panic for many. The key
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