Dr. Michael Banov, psychologist and author of Taking Antidepressants, has been studying depression for years. But he says it’s only been recently that scientists have discovered what happens to the brain during times of depression. Because it doesn’t produce enough of the brain chemicals it needs to thrive, it actually shrinks.
The good news is – it’s not a permanent condition. After successful treatment, the brain will grow back. But Dr. Banov says treatment isn’t as simple as popping a few pills and declaring yourself cured. Depression is a whole body illness and requires a whole body intervention. And in this audio, you’ll hear all about the latest developments in the areas of depression, and all the latest treatments.
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A quick test that will let you know if what
you’re feeling is normal sadness or clinical depression
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A little known fact: treatment should always
be a partnership between you and your doctor – and a quick
checklist of what to look for in a doctor to make sure you
find one receptive to your needs
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The big distinction between depression and
bipolar disorder and the absolutely critical reason bipolar
patients need to make sure they’re not prescribed
antidepressants by mistake
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5 sneaky illnesses that mimic the signs of
depression – so you can rule out the physical before you
seek treatment for depression
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Exactly how antidepressants work with the
body, the common side effects you can expect, and the
important steps you need to take if you want to switch drugs
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The only proven holistic treatments that
actually work to treat depression – and how to take them
Dr. Banov says the longer you wait to treat depression, the
harder it is to treat. So it’s especially important to get
the ball rolling as soon as possible if you think you (or
someone you love) may be suffering from it. And in this
audio, you’ll hear everything you need to know to get that
ball rolling today.
