Sandra Silva Casabianca MSc

Low motivation and difficulty enjoying activities are common symptoms of depression. You may be able to increase motivation by moving more, eating nutrient-dense foods, and getting professional support.

Poor sleep, interpersonal challenges, chronic stress, and mental health conditions may lead you to wake up with anxiety. High cortisol levels in the morning may also be a factor. Treatment and self-care options are effective.

Low energy, lack of motivation, and fatigue are common symptoms of clinical depression, but not everyone experiences them in the same way or with the same intensity.

Paxil, Zoloft, and Effexor are FDA-approved medications for social anxiety disorder. Off-label drugs may also help, but treatment may depend on the severity of your symptoms. Relief is possible.

Deep breathing, focusing on your five senses, and pressing on specific points along your body may help you calm down quickly if you experience an anxiety episode.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) may provide assistance and accommodations if you live with depression.

The use of cannabidiol, or CBD, to manage depression symptoms seems promising, but more research is needed to validate its efficacy. CBD oil is not a replacement for antidepressant medications.

Sadness, trouble sleeping, changes in appetite, and restlessness during the warmer months of the year may be symptoms of summer depression, formally known as major depressive disorder (MDD) with a seasonal pattern.

Losartan lowers blood pressure by blocking the action of a natural enzyme in the body. This relaxes and widens blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood.

The Optum Perks prescription discount card and coupons can help you save hundreds of dollars on EpiPens and epinephrine auto-injectors. Other saving strategies may include going for a generic epinephrine injector and using manufacturer discounts.