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Talking to Your Kids About Depression
Depression is a disease, not a weakness. I was heartbroken when I heard about Robin Williams death yesterday. He lived in my small town of Tiburon, California, and I would see him on occasion at local restaurants like the Buckeye Roadhouse and Luna Blu. I received the sad news right before my family sat down for dinner, and we talked with the kids about how great he was in movies such as Mrs. Doubtfire, Good …
Male Postpartum Depression: NOT Just for Moms
Did you know that men can also get postpartum depression? It’s true. In fact, it actually has a name called Paternal Postnatal Depression (PPND).
Alanis Morissette Opens Up About Post-Partum Depression
Alanis Morissette has opened up about her battle with post-partum depression following the birth of her son, Ever Imre, in December of 2010. For more than a year after, she struggled with depression so severe she felt physical pain and struggled to complete even basic tasks.
How I Overcame Post-Partum Depression
Seven years ago, I gave birth to my first little bugger. I honestly can say that I dont know where the time has gone. Seven years flew by with a snap of my fingers, I can remember every detail about his delivery and our first night home yet I cant tell you what I did two hours ago. I was the stereotypical, SNL episode mocking of a first time mom, maybe even a …
Natural Remedies for Depression in Women
Depression strikes about 12 million American women every year, almost double the rate of men. Unlike occasional, normal feelings of sadness, clinical depression can be debilitating and affect a woman’s relationships, work, health and family. Depression can range from mild to chronic, severe episodes that last for years. Getting the proper treatment, including complementary natural remedies, helps depressed women live normal lives.