The age old argument of nature versus nurture should really be laid to rest.
 

The two sides are not polar opposites, but instead are simply two interconnected parts of the development of human development.

There are many recent studies that have shown how the experiences of early childhood effect the chemical and physical development of the brain. It has been shown in particular how abuse or neglect during childhood can cause permanent alterations to a person’s physiology. These changes in development can lead to a greater propensity of depression and other mental illnesses in later life.

A major US study of … Continue Reading

Depression Diagnosis.

If you’ve been diagnosed with depression, you may be embarrassed or ashamed. But the truth is that depression is an illness with physical causes and absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. The irony is that the disease itself can cause feelings of low self worth and shame which prevents people from looking for help and making it difficult to diagnose.

If you have a long lasting period of sadness or feeling low, friends will often tell you to “look on the bright side” or cheer up. They may even be frustrated with your bad moods. Their negativity or … Continue Reading