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Got the Blues—or Could It Be Something More?
Predictions about the struggling economy can be worrisome and may make you feel blue, but how do you know if it’s something more? Here is some expert advice.

Video File — Depression Study
Whether it's a family member, friend, colleague, or even yourself, at one time or another, all of us will be affected by mental illness. It's now estimated that 20 per cent of Canadians will personally experience a mental illness in their lifetime. And, according to new research, it's never been more important to seek treatment.

Wave Goodbye to Winter Blues
During the winter months, days are shorter, colder and can often leave you feeling stuck in a rut with the winter blues. Many people report experiencing symptoms similar to depression — negative mood, irritability, lack of energy, increased need for sleep and change in appetite. These indicators may be experienced as soon as the days begin to shorten in the fall and can last through the spring.

Families for Depression Awareness Uncovers the "Family Ties" of Bipolar Disorder through Unique, Online Tool
Bipolar disorder can be difficult to diagnose properly because its symptoms often masquerade as depression, trouble at work, out-of-control spending, substance abuse or even suicide attempts. But a new program that addresses the family connection of bipolar disorder is now available to help families improve the speed and accuracy with which bipolar disorder is diagnosed.

Suffer from Chronic Depression? New Treatment Offers Hope
Do you feel sad all the time? Have trouble concentrating and making decisions? Or experience feelings of guilt, worthlessness and helplessness that won't go away? If so, you may be one of the 19 million Americans who suffer from depression. For the 23 percent of depression patients who suffer from Treatment-Resistant Depression, vagus nerve stimulation offers new hope.

The business of depression in the workplace
Typically, a depressed economy refers to an economic downturn; in relation to the wellness of the Canadian work force, however, it could relate to the burden mental illnesses, including depression and anxiety, places on corporate Canada.

When Your Fears and Depression Have the Best of You
What do you do when your fears and depression are more than you can handle? There are times that no matter what you do, your fears have the best of you. Here is a list of techniques and suggestions you can use when this happens.

A Review of Techniques in Managing Your Depression
Here is a short list of techniques you can use to help manage your depression.

For Aging Adults, Depression Does Not Need to Be Part of the Picture
Depression does not go hand in hand with aging. In fact, older adults who are able to stay engaged in day-to-day living and find simple joys to fill their days can go a long way toward avoiding the debilitating effects of depression.

Why Live with Depression When There Is Something You Can Do About It?
Acclaimed actor Lorraine Bracco may seem like she has it all, but she was actually one of the 34 million Americans who suffer from depression at some point in their lives. In an effort to help others who suffer with this disease, Pfizer Inc — after being approached by Bracco — recently launched the "Why Live with Depression?" campaign along with the Web site, www.DepressionHelp.com. The campaign is designed to encourage people with depression to seek treatment, and provide them with information about the disease.