Gluten intolerance has been a hotly debated topic in recent years, with more and more people claiming that they are sensitive to gluten. This condition, also known as “gluten sensitivity,” is a disorder that affects the digestive system. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. People who are gluten intolerant have a […]
Category: Causes
About the many potential causes of depression.
Is Depression Genetic?
Depression affects millions of people worldwide, and there is no one-size-fits-all treatment. It is a complex mental illness that has genetic, environmental, and social influences. In this article, we will explore the genetic causes of depression and examine the scientific research that has contributed to our understanding of the disease. Genetics and Depression Depression is […]
Gut Bacteria and Depression Link Found in Premenopausal Women
A team of researchers based at the Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University in China has identified a possible link between a type of gut bacteria and depression in women who have not yet entered menopause. The microbe, Klebsiella aerogenes, was found to break down a form of estrogen called “estradiol.” Estradiol is a female sex […]
Can Daylight Saving Time Cause Depression?
Daylight saving time (DST) is the practice of setting the clock forward by one hour from its standard time during the summer months. It also involves setting it back by one hour during the winter. This means that for a designated period, standard time is temporarily advanced by one hour to increase the amount of […]
What Causes Depression?
Your doctor has probably told you that what causes depression is a chemical imbalance in your brain. You were probably also told that the way to correct this imbalance is to take medications called antidepressants. Antidepressants may help depression by increasing the availability of mood-regulating chemicals called neurotransmitters. But, Is It Really That Simple? The truth […]
Can Depression Be Cured? The Answer May Surprise You
Can depression be cured? Generally, doctors will tell you, “No.” They will tell you that you have a chemical imbalance and that imbalance is only corrected for as long as you take the medication. Once you discontinue the medication, your depression will return. But, is that always true? Can depression never be permanently cured? Let’s […]
Hypothyroidism and Depression
If you’ve been feeling tired and depressed and you’ve gained a bit of weight, you may be thinking it’s just a normal part of life. Maybe you just need to get more rest and eat a bit better, right? Or, perhaps you’ve considered asking your doctor about an antidepressant to help with your depression? What […]
Metabolic Syndrome Makes It Hard to Treat Depression
A study published on December 13, 2017 in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society says that having metabolic syndrome may make it more difficult to treat depression in older adults. What Is Metabolic Syndrome? Metabolic syndrome is a clustering of certain symptoms, including excess abdominal fat, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and high blood sugar. […]
