All Blog Posts Tagged 'online' (4)

“Depression is among the most treatable of psychiatric illnesses. Between 80 percent and 90 percent of people with depression respond positively to treatment, and almost all patients gain some relief from their symptoms. But first, depression has to be recognized.” AFSP (emphasis mine) Recognizing depression...doesn't sound like it should be so difficult, but the reality is that it can be quite a challenge, especially when you are the one suffering.… Continue

Alzheimer's is such a common disease, but one that we know little about. Current treatments scarcely impact the degenerative symptoms and the brain plaques and "Alzheimer's gene" that are both attributed to the disease provide only so much information. However, everywhere you look, it seems there is a new regimen, food, mineral, or brain exercise that can reduce your risk. What Alzheimer's prevention, reduction, or combative remedies have you heard of? What are others in your community di… Continue

No doubt you've heard something about "internet addiction." To some, it might seem like a joke or exaggeration. But more and more people are turning to the Internet or other similar types of media in an excessive, life-altering manner. But the real question is - is IAD an addiction or more of a coping method to deal with other mental health problems? From wikipedia: "Internet addiction disorder (IAD), or,… Continue

Twitter is still on the rise and in the news daily. A lot of people in our WEGO Health community use Twitter (maybe you've attended one of the Twitter Power Tools events WEGO Health has hosted?). Even beyond our community of health activists, others involved in the health community are turning to Twitter for a way to spread awareness for a cause, meet others who have similar interests or illnesses, and sharing great resources.… Continue