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Suicide: The Other Pandemic

Suicide: The Other Pandemic

by Crystal Lancaster | Sep 22, 2022 | Articles, Depression, Seasonal, Suicide

For the majority of us, September marks the start of Autumn. A long-awaited season bringing brisk air, warm apple cider, and the beautiful turning of leaves. But we mustn’t forget. It is also a month dedicated to the cause of suicide awareness and prevention, hence,...
How To Support a Loved One Going Through Depression

How To Support a Loved One Going Through Depression

by Paola Caamano | Jul 22, 2022 | Articles, Depression

With over 17 million American adults suffering from major depressive disorder (1), it’s not unlikely that you may know someone who is currently living with this condition. Although professional treatment is invaluable in helping depressed individuals recuperate and...
Is it Depression or ADHD? You Could Have Both

Is it Depression or ADHD? You Could Have Both

by Breaking Taboo | Jun 24, 2022 | ADHD, Articles, Depression

Both Depression and Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are very commonin our population. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH, 2021) shows statistics that theprevalence of the current adult population in the United States with ADHD is 4.4%; for...
Why Are Women More Susceptible To Depression?

Why Are Women More Susceptible To Depression?

by Breaking Taboo | May 11, 2022 | Articles, Depression

Extensive research has revealed that one in eight women develop depression at some point in their lives, which is twice the rate of cases compared to men. (1) But why is that? What makes women more vulnerable to this condition? Before explaining the significance of...
Too Close to Home: Filipino Suicide and Depression

Too Close to Home: Filipino Suicide and Depression

by Breaking Taboo | May 3, 2022 | Articles, Depression, Suicide

Many Asian Americans, especially Filipino Americans, struggle with mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, and suicide. In fact, young Filipina women experience greater suicide ideation (45.6%) compared to other minorities (Javier et. al 2018). However, despite...
Antidepressants: How Does It Treat Depression?

Antidepressants: How Does It Treat Depression?

by Breaking Taboo | Mar 30, 2022 | Articles, Depression

A Word on Pill Shaming             There are a number of reasons that prevent people from seeking, and ultimately receiving mental healthcare. Clearly, structural barriers contribute to these cases (i.e. some tangible lack of access to medicine). More subtle but no...
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