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What Is the Difference Between Depression and Manic Depression?

March 6, 2023 / Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment

What is manic depression? How does it differ from other types of depression? Though they share some commonalities, there are critical differences. Knowing more about depression and manic depression can ensure you get the appropriate treatment. Recovery Ranch can help you learn more about depression versus manic depression and how our depression treatment center can …

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Natural Ways to Fight Depression Symptoms

March 11, 2023 / Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment

Depression was already a global issue before the COVID-19 pandemic, but now more than ever, we’ve seen a rise in all types of depression. Though medication can alleviate symptoms, you may wonder about natural remedies for depression. The depression treatment program at Recovery Ranch takes a holistic approach to treating this and other mental health …

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5 Common Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder in Women

December 1, 2022 / Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment

When it appears in women, a bipolar disorder commonly takes a different form than it takes in men. Compared to cases affecting men, bipolar disorder in women also comes with increased risks for additional mental or physical health problems that worsen the impact of the illness. What’s more, women tend to have somewhat different bipolar …

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Is Postpartum Depression Hereditary?

December 1, 2022 / Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment

Postpartum depression is more than just “baby blues.” It includes symptoms that last longer and are more intense than normal postpartum mood changes. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, from immense sadness to difficulty bonding with the baby.Finding help for postpartum depression is vital. At the Recovery Ranch depression treatment center, we have experienced …

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Nutritional Support for People with Depression

September 23, 2022 / Depression, Holistic Therapy, Mental Health Treatment

What you eat can impact how you feel. When you eat a healthy, nourishing diet, your body and mind can perform at their peak function. When your diet is rich in foods high in sugar and unhealthy fat, your body and mind cannot perform well. You risk hormone and chemical imbalances that can affect your …

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Understanding the Role of Heredity in Depression

September 23, 2022 / Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment

From red-haired curls to big blue eyes, certain characteristics run in families. But not every inherited trait is as harmless as hair color. Some families struggle with a darker legacy: depression. People who live with this disorder aren’t just blue; they often feel hopeless, helpless, and, in the most serious cases, suicidal. The symptoms of …

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Do You Need Inpatient Treatment for Depression?

September 12, 2022 / Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Mood Disorders

If you suffer from depression, you’re not alone. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), depression is the leading cause of disability across the globe. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health reports that only people with mental health disorders receive treatment. Millions of American adults are living with depression, and most …

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Depression in Elderly Can Lead to Alzheimer’s

September 9, 2022 / Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment

Alzheimer’s disease is a well-known form of dementia characterized by the progressive, irrevocable loss of memory and other basic brain functions. In fact, more people develop this kind of dementia than any other. While alarming, there are ways to detect it early. Many mental health professionals view depression as a risk factor for the eventual …

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When Disability Leads to Depression

May 5, 2022 / Articles>Dual Diagnosis, Articles>Mental Health, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Recovery, Treatment

One day you’re working, and then you’re not. Whether it’s from an injury or a chronic illness, developing a disability as an adult leads to plenty of challenges. You find yourself unable to work or enjoy the activities you love. Sometimes this shift is temporary, but in some cases, it’s permanent. Either way, disability can …

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