Depression is highly treatable, but less than half of those affected receive appropriate care. That’s especially true for one type of depression called dysthymia. Also known as persistent depressive disorder, dysthymia typically involves milder and fewer symptoms than major depressive disorder but lasts longer. A diagnosis for an adult depends on having depressed mood … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know about Dysthymia
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11 Tips to Help You Deal with Insomnia
What’s keeping you up at night? Insomnia is a broad term that can refer to several different sleep disorders with many different causes. The symptoms can include struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep. You may also feel tired and irritable throughout the day and have trouble thinking clearly. It’s important to understand the reason behind your insomnia, so you can … [Read more...] about 11 Tips to Help You Deal with Insomnia
The Surprising Connection Between Sleep and Heart Health
Diet and exercise may be the first things that come to mind when you think about taking care of your heart. However, what you do overnight counts too. Sleep deficiencies can contribute to many heart conditions, and heart troubles can make it difficult to sleep. Experts have been aware of a link between sleep apnea and high blood pressure for many years. Now, ongoing research … [Read more...] about The Surprising Connection Between Sleep and Heart Health
Do You Have a Sleep Disorder?
You spend roughly one-third of your life asleep. It’s an important part of your life that affects every other part. Just try going without sleep for a few days and see what happens to you physically and mentally! While many people with sleep disorders are well aware of their difficulties, there are many others that have sleep disorders, but don’t realize it. Could you be one … [Read more...] about Do You Have a Sleep Disorder?