When the brain is depressed, a person will likely experience an influx of the stress hormone cortisol. Research suggests that, over time, depression and the resulting stress can actually shrink parts of your brain...
Yes, nearly all Optum insurance plans cover therapy. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), mental and behavioral health treatment must be covered as essential health benefits. These include counseling and therapy, as well as inpatient mental and behavioral health care and substance abuse treatment...