Symptoms

Defining depression can be a bit tricky at times. There’s a lot of misinformation floating around on the topic.   Is it just a temporary state of mind that makes you feel “a little blue,” or sad?” Is it just “all in your head?” Well, studies point to the fact that depression is a real medical condition, … Read more

Depression can be just a mood for a few days, or it can be a major depressive disorder. The mental disorder is described as having at least two consecutive weeks of low mood that is present in almost any situation. But there are always some depression signs you should be on the lookout for. A … Read more

Did you know that dogs can also get depressed? Here are 10 symptoms to detect depression in dogs. If you see any of these signs in your dog you should take it to the vet, to make sure that your furry friend is happy and in top condition. 10. Lessened Appetite Depressed dogs tend to … Read more

Worried that you might be exhibiting signs of depression?  Are you or a loved one struggling with depressive feelings that have started to negatively impact everyday life activities? Sometimes depression symptoms may not be overtly apparent and can often be overlooked as general sadness. It is a natural part of the human condition to feel down or despondent, … Read more

What exactly is psychotic depression? Psychotic depression is a serious mental illness and can even be a psychiatric emergency. The term “psychotic depression” is used in order to describe an intricate form of depression which is often accompanied by various psychotic symptoms that include paranoia, hallucinations or delusions. The psychosis symptoms have a tendency to … Read more

Bipolar affective depression is just one form of depression that a specialist should be easily able to diagnose in a patient. Upon examination of the symptoms that a patient is currently exhibiting, along with those exhibited in the past, a specialist will be able to recognize whether the form of depression the patient is experiencing … Read more