Depression a Strong Agent for Obesity

Obesity in today’s youth can’t solely be attributed to overeating and lack of exercise.
It’s important we understand that excessive weight gain can be influenced by heredity and familial behavior. Even Psych 101 tells us overeating can be a behavioral problem. In a reputable piece published by Medical News Today, doctors from the University of Adelaide linked obesity directly with depression.

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Why do we experience depression? Part II

Don’t get me wrong. Despite the recent results of a study questioning the effectiveness of antidepressants over a placebo, not for a moment am I advocating to stop taking antidepressants if you’re on them, or to not consider them if the medical professional recommends them to you. What I am suggesting is that we need to also consider other lifestyle factors that directly and indirectly benefit our relationship with our self.

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“SPD” – stress, pressure & depression

Based upon my own experiences with depression, and supported by some notable psychologists, depression is a consequence of three different scenarios.

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Farmers, Finances and Depression

It’s been a while since my last blog, but family commitments, ill health and a variety of life pressures have significantly impacted upon the time and energy I require to write articles. Interestingly, I again got a first hand look at the adverse effect of sustained pressure and stress upon your ability to function optimally on a day to day basis. Having two small children and one on the way – a pregnant wife – only adds to the mix.

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Dealing with Depression

dealing with depressionDepression does not only affect the sufferer; it can affect those closest to the person experiencing depression as well.  Watching someone going through the effects of the black dog can be painful for loved ones.  So, dealing with the issue is important for them too.   If someone in your family is suffering anxiety or depression and you want to help, then read on…

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