SOME DAYS you just don’t feel like doing much. That’s normal. If most days are like that, it’s not normal. You could have clinical depression. A visit to your doctor is in order for a proper diagnosis. Many diseases can have symptoms similar to depression and you or a well-meaning friend or relative are not […]
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WHEN A MOTHER brings home a new baby, regardless of whether or not it’s her first child, it is a very special time. Life after delivery is an important phase when mom and baby strengthen the foundation for a bond that lasts a lifetime. But like all phases of life, there are natural stress factors,
MENTAL ILLNESS can refer to several afflictions that affect the state of our minds, but usually the first one we think of is depression. While clinical depression can be caused by many individual factors (or a combination of several), there are some medical conditions that put a person at greater risk for the disease.
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This June, we’re proud to celebrate Men’s Health Month with an edition full of valuable information, expert advice, and timely insights. For years, conversations about prostate health have been whispered, avoided, and delayed. Yet the topic of prostate cancer has dominated discussions recently since doctors detailed the severity of former President Biden’s diagnosis. High-profile cases
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There’s no denying that slowing down is a natural part of getting older. Our energy levels drop, we’re not as strong as we used to be, and sexual interest decreases. However, for some—men especially—that slowing down can be a result of low testosterone. While testosterone is found in both sexes, testosterone levels are much higher
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by JENNIFER GOODSON, MA, LMHC Brain fog, muscle soreness, weight gain, low motivation, and low self-esteem aren’t just issues that affect women. Many men also experience these symptoms—often due to hormonal imbalances that go undiagnosed or untreated. When hormone levels are off, the mind and body both take a hit. That imbalance can quietly create
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BayCare provides exceptional maternity care during pre- and post-birth to over 15,000 women annually – more than anyone else in Tampa Bay. The arrival of a baby brings a variety of powerful emotions, from excitement and joy to anxiety and fear. For some mothers, it also can result in something unexpected – depression. While parenthood can oftentimes
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Orlando, Fla. (May 15, 2025) — AdventHealth and Heart of Florida United Way are partnering for the third consecutive year to introduce the next phase of a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at encouraging Central Floridians to discuss mental health through a new campaign tailored to the Haitian community, “Viv ak lapè nan lespri w.” This campaign is
by JENNIFER GOODSON, MA, LMHC Music has this magical gift of taking us back in time, conjuring memories and emotions from chapters in our lives. Music creates a powerful nostalgia, whether it is a tune from our childhood or notes from a moment with our first love, bringing emotions of happiness and sadness wrapped in one.
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Let’s talk about medical management of carotid stenosis. Risk factors for carotid artery stenosis are advanced age, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, high cholesterol levels, obesity, lack of exercise, smoking, and family history of strokes. Most of these factors can be managed by medications and lifestyle changes that include active exercise for 30 minutes or so on
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