If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with late-onset Alzheimers disease, youre not alone. Frustration is common, as are depression and anxiety. Moreover, it also means losing your sense of personal agency and feeling dependent on others. FG Trade / Getty Images Friends, family members, and support groups can also be valuable sources of support. Alzheimer’s Association.What is Alzheimers disease? Awada AA.Early and late-onset Alzheimer’s disease: What are the differences?...

Do not stop taking your antidepressant without talking to your doctor first. Suddenly stopping your medication can lead to withdrawal symptoms or a relapse of your condition. Why Antidepressants Can Cause Nausea? Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin Nausea and vomiting are common side effects of many drugs. The situation is slightly different with SSRI antidepressants. This class of drug works by stimulating the effects ofserotonin, aneurotransmitterassociated with mood, cognition, and appetite....

Make it clear thathonesty and vulnerabilityare your priorities. This is true for friends, family, and romantic partners. However, research has also suggested that some relationships are resilient to many stressors, including opposing politics. Tetra Images / Getty Images Chlipala suggests couples spend timetrying to understandthe other person’s point of view. However, that does not mean that you gotta agree with them. “Sometimes people think theyre farther apart than they really are,” says Chlipala....

After all, there is nothing sweeter than a tiny, bundled newborn. Yet for many new parents, the postpartum period can be fraught with challenging feelings. One feeling that somepostpartumparents experience is anger. Highwaystarz-Photography / Getty Images What Is Postpartum Anger? Having a new baby in your life can bestressful. But other times, postpartum anger may feel more constant, severe, and all-consuming. How Common Is Postpartum Anger? What Are the Symptoms of Postpartum Anger?...

Pseudodysphagia, or the fear of choking, isn’t a common phobia, but it can be serious. When people have this phobia, they are often so afraid of choking that it affects how they eat. This can lead to an unbalanced diet, unintended weight loss, and malnutrition. Science Photo Library/Getty Images One word of cautionthere are medical conditions that can make swallowing difficult. In other words, don’t venture to diagnose yourself! Those conditions require different treatments....

The effects ofpost-traumatic stress disorder(PTSD) can be far-reaching and debilitating. Thesymptoms of PTSDcan have a negative impact on your mental health, physical health, work, and relationships. People with PTSD are six times as likely as someone without PTSD toattempt suicide. Verywell / JR Bee High rates ofdeliberate self-harmhave also been found among people with PTSD. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor....

This article discusses the psychological effects of experiencing gun violence and the symptoms of PTSD that may occur afterward. First, shootings are unpredictable and uncontrollable. Second, during a shooting, there is an extreme threat to a person’s life. Verywell / Laura Porter Recap Shootings are sudden, unexpected, and violent. It is also not uncommon to experience symptoms of depression and anxiety. For many people, these symptoms will naturally decline over time....

This is known as interdependencethe ability to be autonomous and still be deeply connected with another person. We should also note that separation anxiety manifests more in some relationships than others. Practicing yoga andmeditationand keeping yourself meaningfully occupied can help you control your anxiety. stock-eye/E+/Getty Thisphenomenonis referred to as ‘earned secure attachment.’

While antidepressants are often integral to managing depression, sexuality is an important piece of ahealthy lifefor many people. Experiencing sexual side effects from antidepressants can be frustrating and disheartening, but there are ways to address them. Side effects also often decrease with time as your body adjusts to your medication. Noel HendricksonCollection / Photographer’s Choice RF / Getty Images Never stop taking your medication without first talking to your doctor....

What underlies the anxiety because of trains, planes, and automobiles? Some people fear crashing, while others are afraid of the lack of control. This article will explore the underlying reasons for the fear of trains, as well as ways to cope. Sandra Baker / Getty Images Understanding Siderodromophobia Siderodromophobia comes from the ancient Greek wordsidero- meaning iron, anddromos- meaning racetrack. This fear of trains can be rooted in many other phobias....

Getty Images Dealing with sleep disturbances while alsoliving with depressioncan seem like a vicious circle. The more depressed you feel, the harder it is to sleep. It can feel like a neverending cycle, but it doesn’t have to be. Getty Images For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database. And some find themselves sleeping too much. Several researchers have sought to understand which comes first: depression or insomnia. Each issue can also exacerbate the other....

Is Survivors Guilt a Disorder? It is important to note, however, that people can experience survivors guilt without having PTSD. They can also have PTSD without feeling survivors guilt. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin Symptoms The extent and severity of survivors guilt vary. Symptoms of survivors guilt can be both psychological and physical, often mimicking those of PTSD. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor....

In teens and adults, the fear of monsters is a rare but potentiallylife-limiting phobia. Fears are a normal, healthy part of childhood development. There is nothing wrong with your child being afraid of monsters. Blend Images - JGI/Jamie Grill/Brand X Pictures/Getty Images Triggers In children, the fear of monsters often takes a nonspecific form. In these cases, limiting the child’s exposure may help lessen the fear. A more persistent monster phobia may be rooted inreligiousor cultural fears....