Midlife Depression is On The Rise

Midlife Depression is On The Rise

By Emy Sherman

When boomers feel overwhelmed, they can also get distressed and discouraged. This feeling is often compounded by the burden of being sandwiched between the care of their children and the care of their parents. Excessive multi-tasking can result in financial stress and burnout. Baby boomers are reaching midlife and instead of things getting easier, often the cumulative stress leads to depression and feelings of sadness.

Most people realize that depression is treatable. Depression is a label for people who have lost interest in activities that used to give them pleasure, have difficulty sleeping, are tired all the time, don't have an appetite and who feel hopeless and helpless.

Women have a 10-25% risk of developing depression, while it is 5-12% for men. Antidepressants help some people, but not all.

According to Dr. Mark Hyman, author of the Ultimate Wellness Program and UltraSimple Diet, there are some dietary changes you can follow that can help. Always consult with your doctor before making any drastic changes in your diet.

He suggests:

1. Test for hypothyroidism

2. Increase Vitamin D intake

3. Take Omega-3 Fatty Acids

4. Take B-12, B-6, Folic Acid

5. Test for Mercury

6. Increase daily exercise

These are just a few of the things you can do to treat depression, along with taking anti-depressants and seeing a therapist. They all tend to work in synchronicity and are effective in helping uncover the cloud that may be preventing you from enjoying good emotional health.

Author's bio: Amy Sherman is the author of Experience the Joy of Optimism 10-Lesson ecourse. You can access it by clicking the link below and change your life: http://www.distressfreeaging.com/joyofoptimism.html

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