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The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders - GAD

  The Geriatric Depression Scale is basically a 30-question self-rating questionnaire used to identify clinical depression in the older aged. The scale has been developed by J.A. Yesavage and other experts. The questions on this scale have been designed to elicit specific responses from the respondent to indicate the presence of depression. The questions cover different aspects of life in the old age, with particular reference to the older aged living condition. It is hoped that through the use of the scale, older persons can be identified for special care, early diagnosis and possible treatment. This scale has been found to be a reliable, non-preliminary instrument for screening and diagnosis of geriatric depression in older persons. The Geriatric Depression Scale has been successfully used in a number of research, clinical and lay publications. This helps in deriving important and relevant data about older persons. The scale has been widely adopted in Australia, Canada, United St...

What You Need To Know About Depression And Other Mental Disorders

  Depression is defined by the WHO as a mental illness that disturbs the life of a person and prevents him or her from carrying out his or her normal functions. The cause of the disorder may be biological, psychological or both. People who suffer from this type of mental illness often feel hopeless and helpless, having little or no control over their emotions. However, depression is not a mental illness. It is just a normal feeling of being overwhelmed with negative feelings. A person with depression may feel worthless, guilty, worthless, and unable to attain any form of happiness. This condition may also result to severe mood swings and extreme pessimism. Depression can affect a person in different ways. Some may withdraw from the society and spend most of their time in a room, closed up with themselves. Others may start talking about death, God, and God's punishment. They may ask for help from people who they think they can trust and believe in. The onset of depression should nev...

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Anxiety and Depression Test

  Stress and anxiety are common disorders that co-occur and if left untreated can worsen over time. There is a variety of symptoms that may indicate the presence of anxiety or depression, depending on the severity. It is important to know if your symptoms are consistent with those experienced by others. It is important to remember that anxiety and depression test results will be different from one person to another. This is because individuals experience different symptoms, which manifest in various ways. The best way to begin the anxiety and depression evaluation process is to learn more about your specific symptoms. To help you with this process, your doctor will likely want to take a urine or saliva anxiety test as well as a face-to-face depression and anxiety test. Your urine test will likely indicate if you have elevated blood pressure, a high sugar level or an abnormally high testosterone level. These results will help your doctor determine whether or not you may be at risk f...

Tips on Finding the Best Therapy For Depression

  There are many treatment options available for those who suffer from depression. There are some medications that have been known to help treat depression; however, you should discuss these options with your doctor before taking any medication to treat your depression. You should also discuss therapy for depression, as there is a difference between this type of therapy and traditional psychotherapy. The following discussion will go over some of the different types of therapy for depression. Cognitive therapy and the cognitive behavioral disorders. Cognitive therapy has always been found to be very successful for the various types of clinical depression, especially with positive results on interpersonal relationships and mood. The cognitive behavioral approach to depression treatment involves two of its main theories, which are; the classical view of depression being a disorder of the brain, and that depression is learned behavior. In this type of therapy for depression treatment, ...

American Cancer Society Volunteer Programs

The American Cancer Society is an international voluntary medical organization dedicated to preventing cancer through various efforts. Founded in 1913, this organization is now organized into six geographic regions of medical and volunteer volunteers operating within over 250 Regional Centers across the country. While operating so many resources, it is not possible to address all needs of patients and their families. Therefore, each region has developed a coordinating plan to help focus on its particular area of responsibility. | One of the ways the American cancer society works towards preventing cancer is through the provision of information, education and prevention campaigns in communities. Through its "Walk a Mile" program, they have been able to increase the participation of participants in community-based fundraising projects. Fundraising activities can include a variety of local and national events, cookouts, car washes, walks, and dinners. They also conduct a number ...

How To Treat Anxiety Depression

Anxiety and depression are closely related. Depression is a mental state caused by any chemical imbalance in the brain and anxiety depression being a state when the brain is unstable and can not decide what to do. Both these conditions can lead to serious consequences if untreated. The major difference between the two is that anxiety depression can be cured while the other one cannot. Most anxiety depression starts with an episode of sadness or simply a very low mood state that suddenly turns into a persistent depressed mood. Usually, people suffering from depression have problems with their relationship and they are always worried about being rejected. They try to avoid people and situations they deem to be negative. If they are unable to deal with stress in their lives they become susceptible to anxiety depression. An episode of anxiety depression is usually short lived and is usually temporary. There are many reasons for anxiety depression. Family problems, health problems and peer ...