Bullying and depression are deeply intertwined experiences. Many people who experience depression have also experienced bullying, either at school, in families or workplaces. Bullying is aggressive behaviour used to intimidate others, either mentally or physically. Pre-existing depression can also create vulnerabilities in people making them more susceptible to … [Read more...]
The Painful Joint: Depression and Arthritis
Depression and arthritis are closely joined. About a third of US adults who have arthritis over the age of 45 report having a depression and anxiety condition. These are incredibly high statistics and reveal the extent of people with arthritis often suffering in silence – not coming forward to address the problem makes beating the depression more difficult. A survey … [Read more...]