Don't Be SAD: The Lowdown on Seasonal Affective Disorder

When I moved to Southern California I thought it would be bright and sunny every day, but instead I'm experiencing somthing called June gloom (it often starts in May and goes through July). Who knew it'd get grey and cloudy at the onset of summer! Do you repeatedly find yourself down in the dumps on cloudy or rainy days? Do you dread the winter months? If this sounds familiar - I know how you feel. Like me, you may be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Keep reading for more information on this increasingly common disorder.

Introduction to Stress Management

Have you ever been so overwhelmed by the things going on in your life that you felt almost helpless? Perhaps you have a project at work that’s facing a deadline, or you just can’t seem to get the cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping done AND pick up the kids by 4:00. Even the little things like preparing for a vacation can cause feelings of anxiety.

Do Anti-Depressants Really Work?

Have you noticed that you’re less interested in your favorite activities lately? Do you feel sad a lot of the time, and don’t know exactly why? Is it getting harder for you to concentrate – even on the simplest of things? If any of this sounds familiar, you’re definitely not alone. In fact, you may be suffering from clinical depression. Let’s take a closer look at this illness that affects almost two million Americans.

Meditation Tips: Two Simple Ways to Get a Healthier Heart and Reduce Stress

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by the stress in your life that you wanted to just throw your arms up in the air and give up? With the pace of life today you can certainly feel the weight of the world bearing down on you on a daily basis. So what can you do to reduce the stress in your life, and get a healthier heart in the process? One way is meditation. Now before you write off meditation as an option, take a look at these simple techniques. You may just surprise yourself!

Could Being a Sports Fan be Hazardous to Your Health?

Are you a die-hard sports fan? If you spend hours watching sporting events on television, spend hundreds of dollars investing in season tickets, or have no problem missing your 10-year wedding anniversary date due to a tournament game, then I think you might just be. But for you extremely avid sports enthusiasts, there might actually be a health risk in rooting your favorite team on to victory – including heart attack! Keep reading to learn more about this unbelievable phenomenon.

Ginseng May Relieve Symptoms of Schizophrenia

According to a recent CBS News article a small study was conducted where schizophrenia symptoms were reduced when the patients took Panax ginseng compared to those patients who took a placebo.  Could this be a new treatment option for schizophrenia sufferers? Let’s take a look at the results of this recent medical study.

20 Minutes of Exercise Per Week Improves Mental Health

You’ve probably heard all the facts about how getting 30 minutes or more of exercise per day is ideal for your physical health. But did you know that getting exercise can also improve your mental health? Studies have shown time and again that people who are more physically fit have a lower risk of developing depression and experience improved emotional well being.  As little as 20 minutes per week can keep your mind healthy and your memory active! Let’s take a closer look at one important study . . .

Relieve Stress the All-Natural Way

What stresses you out the most? Could it be getting stuck in traffic during your daily commute? How about managing a busy household and keeping track of everyone’s schedules? Maybe it’s the depressed economy, the job market, the war—any one of these things (or a combination of many) can certainly stress you out. While a lot of the stress that you experience on a regular basis is unavoidable, there are things you can do to feel better and manage it more effectively. Keep reading for some tips to relieve stress the “all-natural” way.

Quit Drinking Coffee . . . and Start Smelling It

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