by Kim Alberts | Sep 20, 2019 | Depression
We all know that depression is a mental disorder; thanks to the increasing awareness about mental health issues. But, do you know how prevalent it is? According to the 2018 Depression fact sheet of the World Health Organization, the disorder affects more than 300... 
by Kim Alberts | Aug 14, 2019 | Anger, Anxiety, Death, Depression, Emotions, Parenting
First things first, what is child bullying? Child bullying involves a kid being hurt by the words or actions of another kid on purpose, usually repeatedly, and despite feeling bad about it has a hard time stopping it. Bullying may be physical involving hitting,... 
by Kim Alberts | Jun 28, 2019 | Anxiety, Depression, Relationships
Did you know that depression affects about 7% of the adult population in the United States? One of the most common mental disorders in the world, depression is characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest in pleasurable activities, appetite changes, sleep... 
by Kim Alberts | Jun 28, 2019 | Anxiety, Depression, Work
Workplace depression is one of the most common and overlooked mental health related problems that managers and employers try to avoid dealing with. According to several statistical reports, depression affects more than 8 percent of adults in the US and can cause a... 
by Kim Alberts | Jun 27, 2019 | Anger, Anxiety, Death, Depression, Emotions, Suicide
A friend’s child committed suicide over the weekend. If you have never experienced a clinical depression, thank your lucky stars. People often say they are depressed, but until they have experienced clinical depression there is no real understanding of the severity... 
by Kim Alberts | Jun 26, 2019 | Depression, Suicide
In 2014, suicide was the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and was the 2nd leading cause of death for those ages 10-34. Men commit suicide four times as often as females, often using lethal methods such as firearms or hanging. 90% of those who have...