You may suspect that your spouse is depressed by the way he or she is acting. If you are unsure, there are several common signs of depression that may help you to determine if something is wrong. Some of the common symptoms of depression include:  Persistent sad feelings Loss of interest in hobbies, friends and/or sex Excessive fatigue or feeling slowed down in thinking, speaking, or movement Increased or decreased appetite Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Trouble concentrating and making decisions Irritability Feelings of hopelessness and/or pessimism Weight loss or gain Thoughts of suicide Aches pains or digestive problems Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and/or helplessness Your spouse's depression may be so debilitating that it makes him/her unable to ask for help. He or she may also be embarrassed about their condition. If you suspect your spouse has depression, encourage them to talk to a therapist.  Arrange for your spouse to talk to a therapist. The therapist may make a referral for your spouse to see a psychiatrist. You can also ask your spouse or partner if he or she wants you to be there for moral support.  If you are not sure where to start, you can also consider making your spouse an appointment with your spouse's primary care physician to get recommendations. Understanding depression, its effects, and treatment will allow you to better understand your spouse and help him or her to make informed decisions. Ask questions, read books and visit reliable websites about the diagnosis and treatment of depression. There are many organizations that provide resources for people suffering from depression. Check out some of these websites to find helpful information as you support your spouse.   The National Alliance on Mental Illness website offers many resources, from basic information, to support groups and free courses.  The American Psychological Association's website offers information on depression, a psychologist search tool, and information on books and articles about depression.  The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance website includes a variety of resources, such as podcasts, videos, and a support group finder.

Summary: Recognize the symptoms of depression in your spouse. Encourage your spouse or partner to seek help if they haven't already. Educate yourself.


Viruses on iPhone are so rare that it's unlikely you have a virus on your iPhone. Occasionally, however, apps can be compromised without the developers even being aware. If you are experiencing problems while one app is open, open the App Store, tap the "Updates" tab and see if there is an update for that app. If an update is available, tap "Update" to install the latest updates. If an update is not available, see if you can contact the app developers and report the problems. If no update is available for the problem app, simply tap and hold the icon on the home screen until all the apps start twitching. Tap the "x" button in the upper-left corner of the app icon to remove the app. If you have removed problem apps from your iPhone and you are still having problems, you may need to restore your iPhone. If you have a previous backup of your phone, you can restore your phone from a backup. The way you restore your phone from a backup depends on the method you used to back up your iPhone. If you do not have a backup of your iPhone, you may need to reset your iPhone to its factory settings.    Click here to learn how to back up your iPhone.  Click here to learn how to restore your iPhone.  Click here to learn how to reset your iPhone to its factory settings.

Summary: Update Problem Apps. Uninstall the app. Restore your iPhone.


During the monthly cycle, one or both of a woman's ovaries release an egg. Cysts can form in the ovary because of hormonal problems or imbalances, an obstruction to fluid flow, an infection, conditions producing a chronic inflammation such as endometriosis, inherited conditions, pregnancy, age, and a number of other causes.  Ovarian cysts are quite common in women during the reproductive years and most have no symptoms. These are called functional cysts. Most of the time, functional ovarian cysts resolve without treatment. Ovarian cysts are less common after menopause and do put any postmenopausal woman with cysts at a higher risk for ovarian cancer. Functional cysts are either follicle cysts, which occur in the area of the ovary where individual eggs mature, or corpus luteum cysts,  which occur in what is left of an empty follicle after the egg has been released. These are a normal part of the function of the ovaries. Most follicle cysts are painless and disappear in one to three months. Corpus luteum cysts usually disappear in a few weeks, but can get large, get twisted, bleed, and cause pain. Corpus luteum cysts can be caused by drugs (like clomiphene) used in fertility treatments. There are other types of ovarian cysts that nonfunctional. This means that they are not related to normal ovarian function. These cysts may be painless or cause pain. They include:  Endometriomas: These cysts are generally related to a condition called endometriosis where uterine tissue grows outside the uterus. Dermoid cysts: These are formed from embryonic cells from the woman, not from a fetus.  These are usually painless. Cystadenomas: These cysts can be large and filled with a watery fluid. In Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a large number of cysts are formed. This is a condition very different from having a single ovarian cyst.
Summary: Learn the causes of ovarian cysts. Know that functional cysts are not serious. Identify nonfunctional cysts.