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Rick Springfield’s life an inspiration for those battling depression and suicidal thoughts

The popularity of Rick Springfield dates back to the early 70s, following his debut 1971 Australian hit “Speak to the Sky,” catapulting him as a teen pop idol. To focus on his solo singing career, Springfield shifted base to the United States from Australia in 1972. The same year, he released the album “Beginnings” signed by the America-based label Capitol Records featuring many of his previous Australian hits. However, he wanted to shed his image as a teen pop idol and wished his fans took him as a more serious musician. So, he temporarily abandoned his musical pursuits and concentrated […] Read more

Understanding the role of inflammatory mechanisms in triggering perinatal depression

Perinatal depression (depression during pregnancy or the immediate postpartum period) is one of the leading causes of maternal morbidity and mortality. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in nine women experience depression before, during or after pregnancy. However, these figures present only the tip of the iceberg.

Despite suffering from the challenges of perinatal depression, many women suffer in silence due to the fear of experiencing humiliation, stigma, etc. The symptoms of postpartum depression are more penetrating and long lasting compared to the general feeling of “baby blues,” a feeling of sadness, anxiety and fatigue experienced […] Read more