If you’re interested in seeking ketamine treatment for depression, you probably have a few questions about how it all works. Here is a quick overview to help you along your...
You or someone you love suffers from depression or bipolar disorder, and standard treatments have not worked. While it might feel hopeless, there is still hope for getting your life back. Psychiatrist Brian Mickey, MD, is an expert at Huntsman Mental Health Institute's Treatment Resistant Mood Disorders Clinic. He talks about the next level of treatments a specialist can offer when depression or bipolar disorder is not responding to treatment and how a consultation often brings hope to those who think there are no additional treatment options.
Depression caused by seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is higher in Utah and other places further from the equator. Psychiatrist Jason Hunziker, MD, talks about why ten percent of people in Utah are at a higher risk and key warning signs that indicate you or a loved one might suffer from SAD. To learn more about seasonal affective disorder treatments, listen to this interview with Dr. Hunziker.
If you or someone you know needs immediate support due to SAD or any other mental health concern, dial 988. In Utah, you can contact the Utah Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255.
MaryAlice has dealt with mental health challenges throughout her life and is familiar and comfortable sharing her struggles. During her second pregnancy, she was diagnosed with depression. Her family, friends...
Chris was just barely getting by while he struggled with mixed bipolar disorder episodes—a dangerous mix of depression that causes intense feelings of sadness and mania that keeps him hyper-focused...
Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI) at the University of Utah was designated a Center of Excellence and member of theNational Network of Depression Centers(NNDC), a consortium of leading academic medical...
On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, C. Neill Epperson, MD, Professor of Psychiatry at University of Colorado School of Medicine, will present a Psychiatry Grand Rounds titled "Enduring Impact of Childhood...
The holidays can be stressful and bring down anyone’s mood temporarily. But how do you know when you’ve got Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and not just the Winter Blues? If your interest level drops, you prefer to be alone and you often pretend to be happy when you’re not, it might be SAD. Dr. Jason Hunziker from University of Utah Health describes the symptoms of SAD and explains why it happens. He also discusses risk factors and potential treatments for SAD.
The holiday season may be "the most wonderful time of the year," but it's the most dreaded for some. The holidays fill the air with happiness and cheer, yet they...
If you suspect that your teenager may be suffering from depression, could talking to them about it make them feel worse? According to Dr. Thomas Conover, as a parent of a teen, communication is key and you should be able to ask your child about how they’re feeling. He explains strategies to talk to your teen about their mental health and how to identify when you should seek professional help.
As a parent, Identifying signs of clinical depression in your teenager can be quite difficult. Thomas Conover, MD, looks for negative changes in these key areas: school performance, participation in extracurriculars, social life, and family interactions. Learn how to assess these situations and when to seek professional help for your teen.
Most teenagers experience changes in their mood and emotions during puberty, whether it be trying to isolate themselves in their room, not wanting to do things with the family, or general irritability. These can also be the signs of depression. Psychiatrist Dr. Thomas Conover explains what questions you should be asking yourself —and your teenager—to help identify if it’s typical teenage moodiness or if you should seek professional help.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 3.2 million kids aged 12 to 17 have had a depressive episode in the last year. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains what depression looks like in children and how you as a parent can help your child’s mental health.
