depression

Summer is associated with beaches, lively outdoor parties and happy faces - however, for some people, it can be a less than wonderful time. For many, summer can make them ill and unhappy, the result of summertime depression. From feeling…

Although bipolar disorder is a major health concern, that’s not to say that you cannot help yourself. Aside from the treatment or medications you’re given by your medical team, you can do much to look after your own wellbeing, manage your…

Of all the things that affect corporate wellness, and your overall well-being, occupational stress is the worst, and the most common. We accept it as a part of life, but workplace stress is not only taking its toll on your emotions, but…

When you’re stressed out or feeling grouchy, you find yourself reaching for a sugary snack to give you an emotional wellness a boost. However, you know all-too-well that your feeling of wellbeing won’t last long, and will be replaced by the…

Depression is a term which gets attributed to a number of mild emotional episodes, such as when we're feeling a bit down about life in general. However, for those suffering with depression, this common mistake can undermine genuine…

Aromatherapy may not seem like it packs a real punch for your wellbeing, but this complementary wellness therapy comes up smelling of roses. In fact, there are four major ailments that aromatherapy can really help. 1. Dry Skin…

Constipation is something that almost all of us will suffer from at some point in our lives. For some people it is more common than others and can strike at virtually any time – maybe it’s after a heavy meal, maybe only when eating certain…

Depression is a serious mental/emotional health condition, which leaves the sufferers unable to lead a normal lifestyle and maintain good levels of wellness. It occurs when the human brain is unable to produce enough of a hormone called…

Death is an inescapable fact of life, which means that, unfortunately, so is bereavement. Nothing affects your emotional wellness quite like losing someone you love, but where do you draw the line between emotional wellness and mental…

Although your wellness is affected by depression and anxiety, you can be reluctant to go on antidepressants or other pharmaceuticals, for a variety of reasons. However, if you’re looking for a more holistic approach to your condition,…

Zumba is an extremely popular exercise today but for instructor Karen Bedford, it not just about the dance moves; it’s about mental health. For Karen, 49, exercise was the reason that she survived and beat decade-long battle with…

Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder which generally affects people in their 40s or 50s, and primarily affects the brain - it results in a gradual loss of control of movement, memory and general mental ability. This condition is also…

Depression is an isolating mental health condition which makes those who suffer from it feel low, alone, worthless and unable to get themselves out of their situation. For the many people who have it, depression can feel like a dead-end and…

A new study has been reported on, which seems to show that sexual health can have a direct influence on emotional wellness and wellbeing. Headlines in a variety of publications claim that casual sex can lead to depression and anxiety. It…

When you lived at home with your parents, you probably gave no thought at all to how your childhood home was arranged. Your parents may have kept the home so tidy and organized that you did not realize that your contentment was probably…

Smoking takes its toll on your physical wellbeing, but there’s something to be said for the emotional effects, right? Most people who smoke say that it helps them to calm down but, according to a new study Americans who smoke are in worse…

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition which is commonly associated with depression, as this is one of the symptoms of the illness. Those suffering with bipolar disorder, which can sometimes be referred to as manic depression,…

A new study has discovered that exercise could prove to be beneficial to people who have had heart failure and are also depressed. Researchers suggests that those who exercise for an hour and a half to two hours each week had a slightly…

Researchers have found that men and women cope with depression, and other mental illnesses differently. Although statistics suggest that women suffer with depression and anxiety more than men, further studies have found that the disparity…

Stress is a common factor of modern lifestyles, thanks to our busy work lives, financial commitments and family responsibilities. Most of us struggle to find the time to exercise and, as a result, our health is suffering. Your diet is…

Research shows that people attempt suicide because they don't feel able to cope with the psychological pain they're experiencing, and doubt that it will ever get better. Though it may sound intuitive, new studies show that this reasoning…

A new study has found that childhood emotional and sexual abuse mark women's brains in distinctive patterns, with emotional affecting regions which are involved in self-awareness and sexual abuse linked to areas involved in genital…

A new study suggests that financial pressures of being at university are impacting the mental health of students, leading to further services being needed. A leading figure in student mental health, Dr Annie Grant, stated that they are…

Depression in teenagers has received more attention in recent years, with studies showing that the chances of being affected by depression are around 10 percent, and that twice as many girls than boys suffer with the condition. Further…

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects more than your physical wellness, it can also take its toll on your emotional wellbeing. This is according to a new press release issued by the American Thoracic Society, which states,…

If you are a sufferer of migraines and depression, you'll know how debilitating it can be. However, new research suggests that the combination of the two could be linked to more than just bad luck - the size of your brain may be impacting…

You may really want to enjoy the holiday season and take part in the festive celebrations for which this time of the year is intended. However, when you feel more sad and despondent during the holidays, you actually may be suffering from…

If your mental wellness is affected by depression later in life, you may have an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. This is according to a new review of studies, who found that the mental health of people…

Hearing about stress hardly ever seems to calm anyone down. It's the wearisome, unintended reverse-psychology that works just as effectively as the words “don't panic!” which, inevitably, you do. It can be something of a killjoy, but you…

Everyone enjoys sex, but is that where the benefits to your wellness end? Absolutely not! Let’s take a look at some of the scientifically proven ways in which sex is good for you: 1. Exercise: Sexual health expert and private…