Empowering Strategies

Erection problems are common and can often be solved with self-care. By definition, an erection problem is difficulty in raising or maintaining an erection capable of intercourse. Erection problems are often due to stress at work, tension in relationships, depression, fatigue, lack of privacy, physical injury, or side effects of medications. These causes are generally […]

A yeast infection is an excess growth of yeast organisms in the vigina due to an imblance among normal vaginal microorganisms. Yeast infections are common in women of childbearing age. They can cause severe discomfort but rarely cause serious problems. Common symptoms of yeast infection include itching (often severe) in the genital area, white, curdy, […]

Examine the URL Does it indicate somebody’s personal page? What type of domain does it come from? If there is a sponsoring organization, does it seem authoritative and appropriate for the source? Who Wrote the page? Is the author/producer identifiable? Is it evident that he/she has expertise on the subject? Is there an e-mail address […]

Childhood depression often persists, recurs, and continues into adulthood, especially if left untreated.

Depression is not a normal part of aging. Studies show that most seniors feel satisfied with their lives, despite having more illnesses or physical problems. However, when older adults do have depression, it may be overlooked because seniors may show different , less obvious symptoms. They may be less likely to experience or admit to […]

Men often experience depression differently than women. While women with depression are more likely to have feelings of sadness, worthlessness, and excessive guilt, men are more likely to be very tired, irritable, lose interest in once pleasurable activities, and have difficulty sleeping. Men may be more likely than women to turn to alcohol or drugs […]

Depression is more common among women than among men. Biological, life cycle, hormonal, and psychological factors that women experience may be linked to women’s higher depression rate. Researchers have shown that hormones directly affect the brain chemistry that controls emotions and mood. For example, women are especially vulnerable to developing postpartum depression after giving birth, […]