A continuous feeling of sadness could be just a dark mood, or it could be persistent depressive disorder that lasts for a long period of time. Persistent Depressive Disorder, or PDD, is not as severe ...

Persistent depressive disorder, known as dysthymia or low-grade depression, is less severe than major depression but more chronic. It occurs twice as often in women as in men. Persistent depressive ...

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - A continuous feeling of sadness could be just a dark mood, or it could be Persistent Depressive Disorder that lasts for a long period of time. Persistent Depressive ...

Advanced brain imaging techniques reveal how adolescent brain development influences, and is influenced by, factors including chronic stress and mood disorders. The findings will be presented on ...

Mood disorders include depressive disorders and bipolar disorders. These types of psychiatric disorders affect a person’s emotions and may cause severe lows, called depression, and highs, called mania ...

Depression silently affects more than 21 million adults in the United States alone, yet many still struggle to recognize its symptoms or find effective treatments. While occasional sadness is part of ...

Not so long ago, childhood was seen as a joyful chapter of life rich with play, discovery, and endless imagination but now, a dangerous shift is underway. More and more number of children and teens ...

Frequent, unpredictable mood shifts — even between episodes — are more than just moodiness. Here’s what mood instability is, why it happens, and how to address it. Key Takeaways When we talk about ...

Up to 90% of patients with depression also suffer from sleep disturbances. Insomnia is both a symptom and a risk factor for ...