Depressed or Stressed?

These two debilitating conditions have many overlapping symptoms, but there are some key differences.

Depression and Women

A recent NHS report found anxiety and depression have risen by 20% among women in the 40-plus age group within the past 15 years.

AntiDepressants

Antidepressants are now so widely prescribed, experts say they’re the new paracetamol. But should we really be trying to medicate away our misery?

Stress Reactions

In any stressful or challenging situation, the sympathetic nervous system stimulates the action of our organs and releases stimulant hormones such as adrenalin and cortisol into the bloodstream. This action is completely reflex and automatic, the body is simply preparing for action.