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Sidelined By Concussion: Rethinking The Restful Approach To Recovery

December 27, 2019

While rest and refraining from activities may be part of the equation, we know that the best form of recovery is active treatment.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: brain injury, concussion, concussion 101, concussion management, depression, mood, neuromythology, patience, rest, sleep
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The MIND Diet for Better Brain Health

November 19, 2019

Learn what the MIND diet is and how following it could slow or prevent an age-related decline in brain function.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: age-related disorders, Alzheimer's disease, brain health, dementia, depression, diabetes, diseases, high blood pressure, hypertension, Mediterranean, MIND diet, stroke
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How to Help Someone With Depression

May 16, 2019

Is your friend or family member struggling with their mental health? Here's how to help someone with depression.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health

Tagged with: 1-877-624-4100, depression, disease, how to help someone with depression, illness, mental health, mental illness, self-care, strain, Suicide
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What Causes Non-Epileptic Seizures?

April 2, 2019

When you experience non-epileptic seizures, you may be confused, alarmed, or afraid. Don't be. Here's all you need to know about the causes of seizures.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: depression, disorder, epilepsy, Loss of consciousness, non-epileptic seizure, non-epileptic seizures, relaxation therapy, seizure, seizures
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Depression and Back-to-School: Warning Signs and Tips for Parents

August 1, 2018

While back-to-school jitters are normal, depression isn't. Learn why depression and back-to-school are linked, plus tools to help kids navigate the change.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: back to school, depression, Depression in Youth
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Is There a Connection Between PTSD and Cancer?

March 15, 2018

PTSD is a condition many people with cancer have to live with in silence. Not much is known about the link, but UPMC is doing more to treat them together.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: cancer, depression, mental illness, PTSD
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Is This an Anxiety Attack or Heart Attack? How to Know

February 16, 2018

People experiencing anxiety and chest pain often fear a cardiac event. Here's how to know whether you're dealing with an anxiety attack or heart attack.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: anxiety, anxiety and chest pain, anxiety attack, anxiety attack or heart attack, anxiety feels like heart attack, cardiac event, cardiac events, chest pain, depression, heart attack, heart attack risk factors, heart disease, Heart Health, mental health, mood disorder, mood disorders, panic attack, panic disorder, risk factors, stress
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How Sleep and Depression Are Related

January 15, 2018

Sleep and depression have a clear connection that scientists still don't fully understand. Learn more about risk factors and treatment options.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z

Tagged with: depression, insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, UPMC's Center for Sleep Disorders
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Harmful Mental Health Myths Decoded

August 11, 2017

It's important for us to learn the truth behind mental health myths and have empathy for those suffering with mental illness.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health

Tagged with: brain diseases, depression, fact, mental health disorder, mental illness, myth, schizophrenia, sickness