Licensed Clinical Social Workers
Q: My niece is getting counseling from a licensed clinical social worker rather than a psychologist or other type of therapist. Is it common for social workers to offer mental health counseling? A:...
View ArticleNewsbites: Cognitive decline; intermittent fasting and weight loss; physical...
Eating Fruits and Vegetables May Lower Risk for Cognitive Decline Research has suggested an association between eating fruits and vegetables and better brain health. A recent study attempted to narrow...
View ArticlePost-Heart Attack Blues
Experiencing a heart attack is a life-altering event that impacts physical health and often mental health, too. Research suggests that about 30% of heart attack survivors experience some form of...
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The Power of Strength
If you’ve noticed it’s a bit harder to lift groceries, do chores around the house, or work in the garden, it may be time to focus on rebuilding your strength. “A natural part of aging is loss of muscle...
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How Do Antidepressants Change How You Think and Feel?
An estimated one in 10 people in the United States take antidepressant medications. Most people take them for symptoms of depression, but the drugs are also prescribed to help individuals deal with...
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What You Should Know About the Overlap of Anxiety and Depression
By themselves, anxiety and depression can have seriously detrimental impacts on a person’s mental and physical health, relationships, work life, and overall well-being. So, when the two mood...
View ArticleKeep Walking to Lower Your Depression Risk
In an analysis of 33 observational studies involving more than 96,000 adults, researchers found that higher daily step counts were associated with fewer depressive symptoms. The research, published...
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Navigating Depression Later in Life
Imagine a dear friend who used to be the life of every gathering—laughing, smiling, and always having a kind word for others. Lately, you’ve noticed she’s withdrawn, rarely attends social events, and...
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Could Changes in Your Memory Actually Be Symptoms of Depression?
Classic symptoms of depression include feelings such as sadness, hopelessness, and anxiety, among other changes. Depression may also lead to a loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed and the...
View ArticleFrontline: Smartwatches and depression symptoms; menopause; early sign of...
Smartwatches May Be Able to Detect Depression Symptoms A joint research team from Korea and the United States has developed technology to predict symptoms of depression, from the activity and heart...
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