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The New Year is seen by many as an opportunity to begin anew. People make resolutions and promise themselves they’ll improve in various areas in the coming year. For those suffering from depression, it can be difficult to be optimistic or hopeful of a brighter year to come. Exercising is probably the last thing anyone suffering from depression wants to do. However, studies show that exercising s... Read More >>

Seasonal depression, also called seasonal affective disorder, is a form of depression that occurs during the same time period every year. The condition is more often experienced in the winter months when there is less sunlight. Some symptoms of seasonal depression include anxiety, feeling helpless, mood swings, irritability and becoming anti-social. This mental disorder should not be confused wi... Read More >>

Dealing with a loved one’s mental illness can be difficult. It may seem like some mental illnesses are nearly impossible to understand. For example, many soldiers who fought in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan suffer from severe Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). PTSD can also be seen in survivors of serious accidents, natural catastrophes, rape and traumatic experiences of war. Other maj... Read More >>