Archive for the ‘Depression Q and A’ Category

Can depression affect chances of conceiving a viable pregnancy?

I had an ectopic pregnancy about a year ago and am really struggling to get over our loss. I have good days and bad days but overall I feel like I'm a little depressed. We've been trying to conceive for roughly 9 months with no success and that's really adding to the depression. Could the [...]

How did the Great Depression actually start?

I'm always hearing that the Great Depression was caused by a major drop in the stock market. Well, I never completely understood that, but no teachers ever gave me a good enough answer. How is it possible that everything in the stock market just happens to fail all at once? If there is more to [...]

How has this economic depression affected you and your family?

Yes, depression defines the economic situation we're currently in. In economics, a depression is a sustained, long downturn in one or more economies. It is more severe than a recession, which is seen as a normal downturn in the business cycle. To those who question the severity: Considered a rare and extreme form of recession, [...]

What’s the difference between clinical depression and dysthymic disorder?

I know clinical depression is more serious, but lasts shorter, while Dysthymic disorder [or dysthymia] is chronic and less severe. But, is there another difference in between them? Like, what types of things would cause dysthymia and clinical depression? Is it a chemical imbalance or something like that? Or does it just develop? I just [...]

What can be done to avoid a depression in the first place?

When the economic theories of the Classical Economist were not sufficient to put an end to the Great Depression of the 1930s, government leaders began to look for other ideas to help end the problem and came across Keynesian economics. What can be done to avoid a depression in the first place? Did you like [...]

To Volunteer at a Depression Hotline- What training is necessary, and how exactly is it structured?

Hi I am very interested in pursuing a volunteer job at a depression hotline. I was just curious to know if anyone has had any experience with this- I'd love to hear about your experience. Also, although I don't know the specifics, I'm sure there's some sort of training involved in order to know how [...]

How long does it take to get rid of depression after taking medication?

my husband in major depression from the past one month . now he is hospitalised and taking escitalopram 20 mg per day from last two weaks . even now he seems to be depressed and he tried for suicide 2 times he always thought of suicide and he does'nt want to return to work . [...]

What are some natural ways to treat depression and anxiety?

I have been living with extreme depression for years. In 2007 I experienced my first bout of panic attacks and anxiety developed as well as hypochondria. I won't take western medication unless I absolutely have to. So instead I look more towards natural methods of healing. What are some ways to help control and prevent [...]

How do you overcome depression caused by the death of a loved-one?

I have been in a relationship for 3 and a half years, and been living with my girlfriend that just passed on suddenly. I don't have many friends, probably enough for one hand to count. I have been married before for nearly 16 years, and wouldn't have the same amount of depression. I have signed [...]

How did the great depression affect the US Military and their families?

Was just wondering how the Military and their families were affected by the great depression IE. How did they live compared to the rest of the population of the united states... Did you like this? Share it:Tweet