IN THIS ARTICLE Can You be Depressed and Not Know it? Can You be Depressed Without Feeling Sad? What’s the Difference Between Depression and Sadness? What Are Silent Symptoms of Depression? How To Approach a Loved One Who May Be Suffering from Depression What Should You Do If You Think You May Have Depression? Have you recently wondered whether you may be experiencing depression without knowing it? This may seem like a strange question to ask yourself, but depression does not always cause easily identifiable signs and the symptoms may also develop gradually. In addition, depressive symptom ..read more

IN THIS ARTICLE Is Depression Genetic or Environmental? Is the Depression Gene Real? Is Bipolar Depression Genetic? Is Postpartum Depression Genetic? Can you Get Genetic Testing for Depression? Does Depression “Run in the Family”? What Can You Do about Genetic Depression? Many people who are diagnosed with depressive disorder also have a family history of depression. This often leads to the question “is depression genetic”? Others may even wonder if there is a depression gene? Living with a loved one who has depression can be difficult and confusing. It may also cause you to contemplate wh ..read more

IN THIS ARTICLE What is Nighttime Depression? Why Do You Get More Depressed at Night? Does Lack of Sleep Make Depression Worse? Can you Do Anything about Nighttime Depression? What if Lifestyle Changes Aren’t Working? Individuals with depression may experience exacerbations of depressive symptoms at different times during the day. Depressive symptoms including fatigue, restlessness, guilt and loss of pleasure may subside when individuals are busy during the day and may worsen at night. These symptoms may extend past waking hours and even affect sleep. In fact, sleep disturbance is the most ..read more

IN THIS ARTICLE Anxiety vs. Depression Symptoms Are Depression and Anxiety Easy to Diagnose? Can you have Both Anxiety and Depression? What is the Main Difference between Anxiety and Depression? Are there Conditions that Mimic Depression and Anxiety? Are Anxiety and Depression Treated in the Same Way? Symptoms of depression and anxiety can certainly look similar. As depression and anxiety often come hand in hand – it becomes very difficult for someone suffering from depression or anxiety to identify which condition can be attributed to their bothersome symptoms, and what course of action t ..read more

IN THIS ARTICLE Depressed Brain: How Is It Different from a Healthy Brain? Shrinkage of Specific Brain Regions Brain Inflammation Overly Active Amygdala Gray Matter Abnormalities Reverse the Changes with TMS Therapy When most people think about depression, the first thoughts that typically come to mind are negative emotions and feelings of hopelessness. However, to really understand depression, it is important to realize that this condition is also associated with physical changes. Research regarding depression has led to the discovery of specific chemical messengers, known as neurotransmi ..read more

IN THIS ARTICLE What’s the Link Between Depression and Fatigue? Stress Diet Irregular Sleep Patterns Medication Side Effects How to Cope with Depression Fatigue Therapy Medication Behavioral Changes and Self-Care People who are depressed typically report changes in cognitive, emotional, and physical activity, but some still wonder “does depression make you tired?”. According to research, fatigue is one of the most common residual symptoms of clinical depression [1], but the reason why this happens is not clearly understood. Furthermore, clinicians may not always recognize low energy levels ..read more

IN THIS ARTICLE Psychotherapy Mindfulness Practice Take Care of Your Physical Health Nutrition Exercise and Sleep Consider TMS Therapy Have you been struggling with depression, but don’t want to start taking medication due to potential side effects? Maybe you or someone you know is looking for alternative treatments for depression because you haven’t experienced improvement with medication-based treatment? If you’re interested in exploring alternative depression treatments without medication, gaining a better understanding of different treatment options and strategies that effectively reduc ..read more

IN THIS ARTICLE What Are the Age Limits to Using TMS Therapy? Is TMS Therapy Safe for Children? Is TMS Therapy Safe for Teenagers and Adolescents? What Is the Prevalence of Recurring Depression in Youth? How Effective Is TMS Therapy in Teenagers and Adolescents? Need More Information on TMS Therapy? As a parent or caregiver, you always strive to offer your loved ones unconditional support, especially when someone you care for has been diagnosed with depression. Research shows that many youths with major depression do not respond to first-line treatments that include cognitive behavioral the ..read more

IN THIS ARTICLE Can TMS Therapy Treat Depression? Can TMS Therapy Treat Anxiety? Can TMS Therapy Treat PTSD? Can TMS Therapy Treat OCD? Can TMS Therapy Treat Migraines? Can TMS Therapy Treat Bipolar Disorder? Can TMS Therapy Treat Smoking Addiction? Can TMS Therapy Treat Insomnia? What is TMS Therapy Proven to Treat? Need More Information On TMS Therapy? Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive procedure that involves the delivery of magnetic pulses to nerve cells in the brain that regulate cognitive functions (e.g., mood, depressive symptoms, anxiety) [1]. This FDA-approved ..read more

IN THIS ARTICLE What Does rTMS Mean? What is Deep TMS Therapy? How Is Deep TMS Different From rTMS? Depth and Scope of Magnetic Stimulation Treatment Efficiency Status of FDA Clearance Consult The Dr. TMS Therapy Griffith Psychiatry Team About Getting TMS Treatment Depression is a common mental disorder that is the leading cause of disability worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) [1]. Functional imaging has shown that people with depression often suffer from impaired brain activity in certain areas, such as the prefrontal cortex along with specific structures that incl ..read more