Anxious children, especially severely anxious children, often benefit from the addition of an anxiety medication. Early treatment is important in these cases because children diagnosed with anxiety are also more likely to carry that anxiety and continue to develop it as they approach adulthood. These medications may be beneficial to...
How to Stop an Anxiety Attack
Stopping an Anxiety Attack Learning how to stop an anxiety can be a daunting task. However, learning some basic techniques with a little practice you can make a huge impact. I am going to list some techniques below and describe how they can be practiced in the comfort of your...
Detecting Early Signs of Depression in Your Teenager
Do you think your teenager might be exhibiting early signs of depression? Being a teen is not easy at times. Almost an adult, starting to drive, teenagers experience more pressure to act like an adult, even though the human brain is not fully developed until the early to mid-20's. Your...
How to Help Kids with Anxiety
Ways to Help you Child with Anxiety Children Can Have Anxiety Many adults incorrectly think that children cannot possibly have trouble with anxiety or worry, as a child’s life is often viewed as being free from common stressors like financial troubles or job security. However, many types of anxiety that...
What is OCD?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, OCD- An Overview Definition of OCD Obsessive-compulsive disorder (also called OCD), in psychiatry, is defined as a type of anxiety disorder in which the person has recurring, unwanted and invasive thoughts and ideas (this is the obsession) that make them feel driven to do something to relieve that...
What are the Depression Types?
Depression Types When it comes to depression, there are many names and types that you may have heard. Here, we will discuss some of the different depression types. To read more about what causes depression click here. Major Depression This is also sometimes referred to as major depressive disorder (MDD),...
Dealing with Winter Depression
Winter Depression Winter depression is a type of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) that surfaces typically as the days grow shorter and colder. Some people are very aware that each winter they get the "blues", but, other people are not until they begin to track their mood. SAD is NOT its...
Does my Child or Family Member Have a Video Game or Internet Addiction?
Having a loved one with an internet video game problem is difficult. Recognizing the difference between an internet or video game problem and a video game or internet addiction can be difficult. The main difference between problem gaming and addiction is the level of involvement and the disruption or interference...
What is the Definition of Depression?
Defining Depression The Word Depression Depression as a term has multiple meanings: The first definition of depression may indicate what is called a mood state with feelings such as : melancholy, despair, hopelessness etc. A depressed mood can be normal such as after suffering a breakup, disappointment or loss. Depressed...
What is Manic Depression?
An Overview of Manic Depression Other Names for Manic Depression Manic depression is the term sometimes used to describe what is now called bipolar disorder type 1. Diagnosing Manic Depression It is one of the most disabling mental illnesses. To be diagnosed with manic depression or Bipolar disorder, you must...