Brian Yusem is a Naturopathic Physician located in Boca Raton Florida, who has been helping people, especially terminal ill patients, for over 10years. Dr. Brian Yusem helps all types of people with all types of symptoms ranging from chronic pains, aches, stomach viruses, parasites, metal toxicity, acid reflex, to much more serve problems such as being on high blood pressure medication, antidepressants, pain killers, sleep aids, and other harmful medication that may lead to long term risks & dangers.

Brian Yusem also deals with people suffering from diabetes, high blood pressure, cyst, gout, insomnia, sleep deprivation, and different types of cancer.

Brian Yusem believes that if the body is at homeostasis state - the body is capable of healing itself and does not need any artificial medication for survival. A brief interview with him revealed some important information about depression. Here are the questions answered by Brian:

What is depression?

Depression is a common mental disorder that is characterized by sadness, loss of excitement, interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-esteem, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy and poor concentration. These problems can be challenging at best and devastating at worst.

If these problems occur frequently or become chronic, they can substantially impair one's ability to cope with dally life. The most severe of depression can lead to suicide. Most cases of depression can be treated.

What are the reasons for depression?

Causes of depression can be single or multiple. In most cases, depression results from a mix of things that can be current circumstances, events of the past, genes, and other factors.

Studies show, women are twice as likely as men to become depressed. People who are elderly are also at a higher risk of depression, and living alone can add to the risk. Sometimes, health conditions such as cancer, heart diseases, thyroid problems, chronic pain and many others lead to depression. Trauma and grief - physical or mental abuse can also trigger depression. Life changing events can be stressful and trigger depression. Many people become depressed during a divorce, or while getting married.  Even prescription drugs can cause depression.

Some people don't know as to why they become depressed and some people are clear about the reason for depression. It is truly important for people to understand that depression is a disease that can affect anyone, and can be treated.

How many people suffer from depression?

According to World Health Organization, depression is affecting about 121 million people worldwide.

What would you suggest to a depressed person?

We at Smart Life MD take care of all kinds of patients with various disorders, and depression is no exception. Additionally, I would say, exercise is a wonderful stress reducer and a tremendous oxygenator. Exercise reduces depression and makes a person feel much better. One should exercise 20 to 30 minutes a day, dividing each session into 10-minute blocks. Simple exercises such as brisk walking and stairs climbing that can be done almost anywhere and are very easy to do.