Tag Archives: depression

Hoop Dreams Dashed

What happens when March Madness turns into March sadness? Today, the 2013 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament tips off, with four play-in games taking place to whittle the field of 68 teams down to the traditional 64. Millions of people the world over have spent hours upon hours putting the finishing touches on their game brackets.  Meanwhile, the players, coaches and families affiliated with the teams vying for the national title are getting ready to experience the thrill of victory or the agony of defeat.  The latter can be a heavy burden given the monumental stakes at hand. However, it’s not … Continue reading →

Study Finds Mental Health of Expectant Dad Affects Child

There is a new study that looks at mental health in a different way. Researchers found that expectant fathers who had mental health problems affected the behavior and emotional lives of their child. The kids didn’t exhibit the problems until years later. They aren’t sure exactly why this is happening, but it certainly appears to be the case. A study was done that included 32,000 children in Norway. The results were recently published in Pediatrics. It suggests something that most people would not have guessed was possible. The risk for future mental health problems in young children may be identified … Continue reading →

Stuck in a Rut

There have been many times throughout my life that I have found myself feeling stagnant. I had goals and I was working hard, but I didn’t feel like it was moving forward in my life. There wasn’t anything I could do to speed up the process, which caused me to feel completely helpless to get my life exactly where I wanted it to be. This feeling of stagnation can often cause depression, especially when you can’t do anything about it. I felt like I was doing everything I could to move forward after my divorce, but without my education I … Continue reading →

Pets, Fitness and Depression

If you struggle with depression and are also concerned about losing weight or simply exercising more, consider an unconventional remedy: getting a new pet. Studies have consistently shown that regular exposure to the companionship of animals can relieve stress, improve moods, and generally contribute to mental well-being in humans. In short, pets are good for us, whether we deal with depression or not. It may seem counterintuitive – is it wise to take on the responsibility of a pet when simply getting through a normal day can be difficult? The idea is that the change itself, the new responsibility, will … Continue reading →