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How can I know if I'm depressed?
It is common to experience depressed moods at some points in life. Often, these periods of sadness occur as a result of a life change, either in the form of a personal setback or a loss. more >>
9 rules to better sleep
When you’re dealing with symptoms of depression, a good night’s sleep is a must. Get back into the good sleep groove with these tips for sleep hygiene. more >>
Eating habits and stress
Food is the most obvious source of our energy. However, when we are depressed, anxious, ill, or overwhelmed by responsibilities our diet often suffers. more >>
Benefit from yoga
Benefit from yoga
Yoga aims for a union of the body and mind. Exercise through a series of poses to find better... More >>
Helping your body beat stress
Helping your body beat stress
Learn how to de-stress when you need it most... More >>
Health Tip

Meditation is a healthy way to help you relax. A popular form of it is relaxation response, whereby you sit in a relaxed posture with the eyes closed and focus on your breath for 10 or 20 minutes. Do this once or twice daily.

Making the diagnosis
  • Baby blues
    Answer these questions to help find out whether you're suffering from postpartum depression.
  • How clinical depression is diagnosed
    When a person experiences depressed mood and/or loss of interest in daily activities for at least two weeks.
  • CT scans
    CT scans are performed to help the doctor to study normal and abnormal organs inside the body and identify medical problems.
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