Getting enough of the right kind of fat in our diet is not always easy to do because of our food sources today. One hundred years ago we were eating real food - we didn't have mass production of corn and soybean oil or the hydrogenation process. In … [Read more...]
What if I or someone I know is in crisis?
Women are more likely than men to attempt suicide. If you are thinking about harming yourself or attempting suicide, tell someone who can help immediately.. Call your doctor. Call 911 for emergency services. Go to the nearest … [Read more...]
Help for depression, where to go for help
If you are unsure where to go for help, ask your family doctor. Others who can help are: Mental health specialists, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, or mental health counselors. Health maintenance organizations … [Read more...]
How does depression affect adolescent girls?
Before adolescence, girls and boys experience depression at about the same frequency. By adolescence, however, girls become more likely to experience depression than boys. Research points to several possible reasons for this imbalance. The … [Read more...]
How can I help a friend or relative who is depressed?
If you know someone who has depression, the first and most important thing you can do is to help her get an appropriate diagnosis and treatment. You may need to make an appointment on her behalf and go with her to see the doctor. Encourage her to … [Read more...]
