Marian Zboraj01.01.06
It's no surprise that we live in a stressful world. Balancing family with work, dealing with rising energy and healthcare costs, adapting to a technology-driven society, worrying about natural disasters and constant wars around the world are just a few of the issues bombarding our everyday lives. All of these stressful elements can put a strain on one's mental and emotional state, often putting them at risk for depression.
It may be surprising to know that the leading disorders in the U.S. are not diabetes, cancer or cardiovascular disease, but rather mental disorders, such as stress and depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), nearly 19 million American adults suffer from a depressive disorder.
Stress and depression are as prevalent on a global basis as they are in the U.S. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO), Geneva, Switzerland, says depression is the leading cause of disability as measured by YLDs (Years Lived with Disability) and the 4th leading contributor to the global burden of disease as determined by DALYs (Disability Adjusted Life Years). By 2020, depression is projected to reach 2nd place of the ra
It may be surprising to know that the leading disorders in the U.S. are not diabetes, cancer or cardiovascular disease, but rather mental disorders, such as stress and depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), nearly 19 million American adults suffer from a depressive disorder.
Stress and depression are as prevalent on a global basis as they are in the U.S. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO), Geneva, Switzerland, says depression is the leading cause of disability as measured by YLDs (Years Lived with Disability) and the 4th leading contributor to the global burden of disease as determined by DALYs (Disability Adjusted Life Years). By 2020, depression is projected to reach 2nd place of the ra
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