Major life events and trying times can trigger reactive depression symptoms, like prolonged sadness, irritability and hopelessness
The five phases of loss are denial, bargaining, anger, depression and acceptance — but they don’t always happen in that order
Slight increases are somewhat common from either the medication or changed habits
SSRIs are the safest antidepressants to take in pregnancy — and pose less risk than unmanaged depression
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While depression and anxiety are common and can worsen other symptoms, focusing on your emotional health can help
The medications target different chemicals in your brain to improve mood
If you’ve noticed changes in your mood and mental health while going through menopause, you’re not alone
Both medications are first-line treatments for depression and other mood disorders
When done in excess, watching TV can disrupt your sleep and lead to physical inactivity and social isolation
Today’s birth control pills don’t usually cause depression — but hormones affect everyone differently
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