Recognizing the Signs of Depression After a Heart Attack

Experiencing a heart attack changes life in the blink of an eye. What felt important prior to the health emergency suddenly fades into the background, as the top priority becomes helping the weakened heart to heal. Life is then filled with tests, following up with medical appointments, adjusting to new medications, and implementing dietary changes […]

Recognizing Senior Depression and Treating It

After spending time with family members and revisiting treasured memories and traditions during the holiday season, it’s typical for a sense of wistfulness and sadness to set in for the elderly. And even though some measure of short-term post-holiday unhappiness can be expected, it’s essential to understand that it can grow into depression. Depression is […]