In today's episode of Think Healthy, Doctor Puja talks about depression and hygiene. In part two, she looks at how sleep apnea and headaches are connected. And, you should know this!

Show Notes and Transcript:

Hi, Doctor Puja here! Let's continue to Think Healthy. Today, let's talk about DEPRESSION. I want you to know that depression can look VERY different in teens and adults. It's not all the same.

One way depression exhibits itself in teens: is actually a lack of personal hygiene. It's gonna look like the young person's no longer showering regularly. They're not brushing their teeth, they're not taking care of themselves physically. Oftentimes, parents or caregivers ignore these outward visible symptoms because they don't want to comment on the appearance of their child. But, as a caretaker, this is something I think you should at least start considering.

If you see a sudden drop off in the personal hygiene habits of your young ones, this may be a sign of depression, and it's worth having a conversation together with your doctor, teenager, and health care team! As always, there's more content on my website. Till then I'm doctor Puja.

 

Hi Doctor Puja here. Let's continue to Think Healthy. Today, I want to talk to you about headaches & why you may be getting them from something you haven't considered!

I'm talking about: sleep apnea. Data is showing that people with sleep apnea are more likely to have morning headaches. So if you find yourself suddenly struggling with morning headaches--you're having a hard time starting your day & you're not getting up as fresh as you were earlier: I think it may be worth your time in discussing these morning headaches and sleep apnea with your health care team.

There's always more on my website. Till then I'm Doctor Puja.