Regardless of how a person’s depression is caused, they can ease some of their depression symptoms with exercise. How are there benefits of exercise on depression, though, if it’s an illness that exists in the mind? For one, depression exists in both the...
Are you a caregiver? Whether you’re a professional caregiver that works with a hospice, nursing home, or agency, or you’re someone caring for a housebound loved one, it’s hard work. Unfortunately, because of the intensity of the job, caregiver...
Do you suspect you may be depressed but worry that asking for treatment might be selfish? Many people have depression, which is a serious but often a hidden health issue. But feeling selfish for asking for help with depression is an undue burden on yourself. You...
Are you or a loved one affected by depression? One in six people experiences this debilitating illness at some point in their lifetime. Whether mild and short-term or persistent and chronic, the effects of depression can be devastating. This illness can affect every...
There is a school of thought that advocates using the psychoactive drug psilocybin, found in magic mushrooms, in treating depression, and there is an increasing body of evidence that supports its use. This is not a new idea; in fact, psychedelics have been considered...
June marks Pride Month, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. As a mental health clinic, Brain Center uses this time to take a look at mental health in the community. Statistics show that LGBTQ people are particularly prone to depression. If this sounds like you or...
