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Each person’s mood changes from day to day. Some days, we may feel ready to seize the day, while another day may lead you to feel worn out or sad. However, when your loved one’s mood is consistently sad or hopeless, she may be suffering from a more serious condition. It’s vital to recognize the…
Imagine feeling your worst every day for weeks, months, or years. Unlike ordinary sadness or grief, the symptoms of depression can be debilitating. Severe depression is more than just feeling sad, and it can interfere with all aspects of your life. Depression in women can also increase the risk of substance abuse. Up to a…
Two of the most common mental health conditions in the world are anxiety and depression. While many people struggle with these illnesses, some do not know the difference between the two. The reason behind this odd fact is because roughly half of the people who receive a diagnosis of depression will also have an anxiety…
Many individuals who struggle with alcohol abuse also deal with mental health issues. While everyone has times in their lives when they feel sad, worried, or lonely, some people experience persistent periods of sadness known as depression. Furthermore, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 7% of adults in the U.S. experienced a…
Depression is a mental health condition that can dramatically impact every part of a woman’s life. It can make it more difficult to complete day to day responsibilities, and make a woman feel like she has little or no worth. If you’ve found yourself asking, “Is my loved one struggling with depression?” we can help.…
May is Mental Health Month. The month of recognition began in 1949 to raise awareness of mental health conditions and mental wellness for all. At Crossroads for Women, depression is a very common problem for clients. Here are some facts about depression and women in particular: About one in every eight women can expect to…
A recent article found on CNN.com talked about how living with chronic pain can hurt personal relationships. Michael E. Geisser, a professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Michigan, states in the article, “It has been shown that relationships in which one partner has chronic pain tend to be more strained, have…
Maureen McCormick will always be known as Marcia Brady to us. In actuality, the beautiful, fun-loving character that every girl wanted to be like was struggling with some serious issues that would lead to drug addiction, bulimia, depression, paranoia, two abortions and a whole host of other problems. At 52 years old, Maureen is talking…