“I was feeling low, but my sadness prolonged and I just wanted to be alone. Gradually, it became very challenging to work. Am I depressed?” A Patient. Signs of depression are not always visible. It may start with a mild sadness then pessimism continues, and then you don’t want to do anything. In extreme cases, […]

Bipolar disorder is is condition related to significant changes in your mood-state or how you feel. It use to be called ‘Manic Depression.’ In this medical condition, you get extreme mood swings that bring emotional highs (or manic episodes) & lows. (or depressive episodes) You will not be able to sleep, will lack energy, and […]

Everyone feels anxious at times and that’s normal. Remember when you sat for that crucial exam or when you had to take an important decision, you might have become slightly nervous. But an anxiety disorder is somewhat different; it is a mental illness which could hamper your normal life. If you are suffering from it, […]

“Once you choose hope, anything is possible.” — Christopher Reeve According to the Black Dog Institute, “One in seven Australians will experience depression in their lifetime.” Depression is also the number one cause of non-fatal disability in the country. Lifestyle changes have contributed to the rise of depression. So are you depressed? What can you […]