A new Kaiser Permanente study, the first integrated survey of maternal depression, shows that more than one in seven women are depressed at some time during the nine months before becoming pregnant, during pregnancy, or in the nine months after childbirth. [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
First Comprehensive Survey Of Maternal Depression
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Depression Rate Climbs After Childbirth But Is Related To Earlier Episodes, New AJP Study Shows
A large observational study that tracked women from nine months prior to pregnancy through nine months after delivery has revealed that the number of women diagnosed with depression actually decreases slightly during pregnancy, then rises after delivery. [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
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Treating depression boosts employee efficiency, study shows
Employers who screen and guide depressed workers through treatment options reap an average of three extra weeks of productivity from each of those employees per year, according to the first national study designed to measure whether such interventions pay off for businesses. The study, published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association, involved 604 workers identified through ...
From: www.myrtlebeachonline.com
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Controversial publicist suffered from depression, hanged himself, twin brother says
David Hans Schmidt, the colorful publicist who was facing federal charges of trying to extort actor Tom Cruise, ended a lifetime of manic depression when he hanged himself inside his Phoenix townhouse, his brother said Saturday.
From: www.azcentral.com
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Health alert: pregnant woman and depression
Depressed mothers often struggle with bonding with their babies, and in turn, childcare can suffer. Researchers studied over 4,000 women and found that one in seven suffered from major depression around the time of their pregnancy.
From: abclocal.go.com
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Talk topic depression, suicide
GLADSTONE ? Former Detroit Lions quarterback Eric Hipple will discuss depression awareness and suicide prevention at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Gladstone H...
From: miningjournal.net
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Siberian herb, Rhodiola rosea, being studied as treatment for fatigue and depression
Science News has an article about a "cure all" Siberian herb called Rhodiola rosea, that has long been used by Soviets, and is currently being looked at by US university medical researchers.
From: www.addict3d.org
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Risk Of New Suicidal Thoughts During Antidepressant Treatment Has Genetic Component, New AJP Study Shows
DNA samples from patients in the federally funded Sequenced Treatment Alternatives to Relieve Depression (STAR*D) trial have revealed two genetic markers that appear to be associated with the emergence of suicidal thoughts during treatment with citalopram, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
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15% of Women Struggle With Pregnancy-Related Depression
FRIDAY, Sept. 28 (HealthDay News) -- One in seven women suffers from depression before, during or after pregnancy, a new study finds.
From: news.yahoo.com
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20 pct of hospital visitors suffer from depression or anxiety - survey
Shanghai. September 28. INTERFAX-CHINA - The largest comprehensive survey of hospitals in China since 1992 has found that around 20 percent of people who visited hospitals suffered from some degree of depression or anxiety, a mental health expert who helped coordinate the survey told Interfax today.
From: www.interfax.com
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$2.19 million grant to study therapy for women with depression
A University of Rochester Medical Center psychologist has received a $2.19 million grant from the National Institute of Mental Health that will fund a study of the effectiveness of Interpersonal Psychotherapy in the treatment of women with depression and a history of childhood sexual abuse.
From: www.news-medical.net
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Depression at work
CHICAGO - Investing in depressed employees - by quickly getting them treatment and even offering telephone psychotherapy - can cut absenteeism while improving workers? health, a study suggests. Many employers view mental health coverage as a financial black hole, but the study shows that spending money on depression is a smart business move, said researcher Dr. Philip Wang. Wang works for ...
From: www.chieftain.com
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Program for treating depression improves workers productivity
Employees seeking treatment for depression who participated in a program that included a telephone outreach intervention had fewer symptoms, worked more hours and had greater job retention than participants receiving usual care, according to a study in the September 26 issue of JAMA.
From: www.news-medical.net
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Study: Enhanced Treatment Helps Depression More
Posted: Sep. 25 2:32 p.m. Updated: Sep. 25 6:43 p.m. Raleigh ? People who suffer from depression often have trouble at work. Researchers wanted to know how it would affect productivity if those people could be identified, diagnosed and treated.
From: www.localtechwire.com
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Treating depression in the workplace pays off for workers and employers
Employers prepared to pick up the cost of providing treatment for depression amongst their workers could reap benefits in terms of improved productivity and greater job retention.
From: www.news-medical.net
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Workplace depression screening and enhanced treatment improves productivity, lowers employer costs
Enhanced and systematic efforts to identify and treat depression in the workplace significantly improves employee health and productivity, likely leading to lower costs overall for the employer, according to a study published September 26, 2007, in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
From: www.eurekalert.org
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Study finds depression treatment aids productivity in the workplace
Employers who screen and guide depressed workers through treatment options reap an average of three extra weeks of productivity from each...
From: seattletimes.nwsource.com
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Treatment Programs Benefit Depressed Workers
TUESDAY, Sept. 25 (HealthDay News) -- Employees struggling with depression who participated in a workplace program that used a care manager to guide them through treatment saw an improvement in their symptoms as well as greater productivity.
From: news.yahoo.com
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Program for treating depression appears to improve work productivity, be cost-effective
Employees seeking treatment for depression who participated in a program that included a telephone outreach intervention had fewer symptoms, worked more hours and had greater job retention than participants receiving usual care, according to a study in the September 26 issue of JAMA.
From: www.eurekalert.org
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Treating employee depression helps workers and bottom line
CHICAGO ? Investing in depressed employees ? quickly getting them treatment and even offering telephone psychotherapy ? can cut absenteeism while improving workers? health, a study suggests.
From: www.southcoasttoday.com
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Depression Program For Employees That Includes Telephone Outreach Intervention Shown To Be Effective
According to a new study, employees with depression who take part in a program that includes a telephone outreach intervention experience fewer symptoms, work for longer and have superior job retention, compared to employees who receive usual care. You can read about this study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
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WKU to host celebation of hope over depression
The Family Counseling Clinic, a part of the Clinical Education Complex at Western Kentucky University, with assistance from the WKU Counseling and Testing Center, will host a celebration of hope over depression on Oct. 8 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
From: www.newsdemocratleader.com
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DOV 21,947 Demonstrates Significant Body Weight and BMI Reductions in Drug- Compliant Subjects in Phase Ib Clinical ...
DOV Pharmaceutical, Inc. announced today additional Phase Ib results for DOV 21,947, its lead triple reuptake inhibitor for the treatment of depression and obesity.
From: biz.yahoo.com
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DOR BioPharma Announces Issuance of Patents for Oral Graft Versus Host Disease
DOR BioPharma, Inc. announced today that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued a Notice of Allowance of patent claims based on U.S. Patent Application #09/433,418 entitled "Topical Azathioprine for the Treatment of Oral Autoimmune Diseases." Concurrently, the patent has also been issued by the European Patent Office with the serial number EP 1 212 063 B1. This patent family ...
From: biz.yahoo.com
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Hospice program offers support in difficult time
When treatment of a serious illness or condition is no longer likely to foster improvement and the end of life appears close, there is further help available to patients and their families.
From: www.siftingsherald.com
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AstraZeneca and UT Southwestern Medical Center Collaborate to Combat Psychiatric Illness
WILMINGTON, Del. ( Map ) - WILMINGTON , Del., and DALLAS , Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Depression is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States , affecting approximately 14.8 million adults or about 6.7 percent of the population age 18 and older in a given year(1). In Texas alone, an estimated 441,488 people are living with depression(2). While some effective treatment ...
From: www.examiner.com
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I fear my daughter has depression
I have just had another falling-out with my daughter and don?t know how to cope with her. She is 20 but it sometimes feels as if she is still a toddler. She is a lovely girl much of the time and when she is in a good mood she is a delight to have around.
From: www.timesonline.co.uk
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24 September 2007
Sunday 23rd September 2007, Barcelona, Spain: A devastating moment for a woman undergoing treatment for early breast cancer is to hear from her physician that, despite their best efforts, the disease has returned and she is no longer curable.
From: www.pharmiweb.com
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Study shows exercise combats depression
Regular exercise could help lift the cloud of major depression as effectively as an antidepressant, research shows.
From: www.courierpress.com
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Mental health win
A NEW mental health unit at a private Warrnambool hospital will ease pressure on existing services in the city. St John of God Hospital is now offering six beds and day group therapy programs to tackle high prevalence disorders like anxiety and depression.
From: the.standard.net.au
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ots: New Global Survey Highlights Deep Psychological Imp.
A devastating moment for a woman undergoing treatment for early breast cancer is to hear from her physician that, despite their best efforts, the disease has returned and she is no longer curable.
From: www.stock-world.de
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College students struggle with depression
Depression is rising among college students nationwide.
From: www.thenewsstar.com
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Exercise can fight depression
Regular exercise could help lift the cloud of major depression as effectively as an antidepressant, research shows.
From: www.southcoasttoday.com
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Emerald Coast soaks up remnants of Tropical Depression 10
A day after a tropical depression roved over the Emerald Coast, residents were thankful for the showers. ?With a lot of rain, I get bananas,? said Claudette Price, whose thirsty banana tree was busy soaking up water at her home on Washington Street in Ocean City.
From: www.nwfdailynews.com
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Pregnant smokers may suffer depression, find it harder to quit
M ore than one in 10 pregnant women smoke, and new research suggests many of them also may suffer from depression, making kicking the habit even harder.
From: www.bradenton.com
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Counseling Center to provide depression clinics
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, in any given one-year period, 9.5 percent of the population, or about 20.9 million American adults, suffer from a depressive illness.
From: www.ndsuspectrum.com
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Most kids with cancer are well-adjusted
A U.S. review of studies on depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and quality of life found children with cancer do as well or better than their peers. Children under treatment for cancer are generally emotionally well-adjusted and no more depressed ...
From: www.earthtimes.org
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? New Research Finds Exercise Helpful In Improving Depression
A new study has found out that regular exercise may work as well as medication in improving symptoms of major depression. In a study of 202 depressed adults, researchers found that those who went through group-based exercise therapy did good as well as those treated with an antidepressant drug.
From: www.turks.us
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Increased Stress Response In Infants Likely Caused By Maternal Depression And Controlling Behavior
Teenage pregnancy is widely recognized to be a major public health concern. These young mothers face many life challenges and they have an increased risk for becoming depressed. [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
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SMSes of the Day : Friday
* TO the Ministry of Health: Please educate all women, mostly young and pregnant ones, about Pre- and Post-natal depression. The majority of this nation does not know about this silent destroyer.
From: www.namibian.com.na
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Depression in winters may be sign of Seasonal Affective Disorder
Washington, Sep 21 (ANI): Researchers have found that people who experience winter depression or see their mood, energy level and motivation taking a drop between November to April, may actually be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). According to Loyola University Health System doctors, people undergoing SAD notice their frame of mind, energy level and enthusiasm plummeting each ...
From: in.news.yahoo.com
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Exercise helps lift cloud of depression
Regular exercise could help lift the cloud of major depression as effectively as an antidepressant, research shows.
From: www.dailymail.com
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Exercise as effective for depression as drugs
A study of adults suffering from depression has found that regular exercise is just as effective as medication for improving symptoms.
From: www.news-medical.net
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Beyond Depression, an Explosion of New Ideas
An entrepreneur beats back depression and begins to develop a new product.
From: www.nytimes.com
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Exercise on par with drugs for aiding depression
Regular exercise may work as well as medication in improving symptoms of major depression, researchers have found.
From: news.yahoo.com
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Seasonal Depression Tied to Serotonin
People with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) may have lower levels of the brain chemical serotonin in winter than other people, according to a new study.
From: www.webmd.com
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Domenici-Kennedy mental health bill heads to House
Sen. Pete Domenici is a big step closer to guaranteeing that Americans covered under major insurance plans will pay no more for depression or bipolar treatment than they would for cancer, diabetes or a skin rash treatment.
From: abqtrib.com
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St. Jude psychologist says most children with cancer are well-adjusted
Children under treatment for cancer are generally emotionally well-adjusted and no more depressed or anxious than other children their age, according to researchers at St. Jude Children?s Research Hospital.
From: www.eurekalert.org
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Maternal depression and controlling behavior associated with increased stress response in infants
Philadelphia, PA, September 18, 2007 ? Teenage pregnancy is widely recognized to be a major public health concern. These young mothers face many life challenges and they have an increased risk for becoming depressed.
From: www.eurekalert.org
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The Welcome Back Awards Now Accepting Nominations to Honor Courageous Individuals Dedicated to the Depression Community
The Welcome Back Awards is now accepting nominations for its special 10th anniversary celebration. Winners will be honored at a ceremony in May of 2008 and can receive up to $15,000 to donate to the not-for-profit organization of their choice. The Welcome Back Awards is a program established by Eli Lilly and Company to recognize outstanding achievements in the fight against depression and the ...
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Intra-Cellular Therapies Provides Overview of its Proprietary Portfolio of Compounds for the Treatment of Female ...
Intra-Cellular Therapies today announced it has developed a novel series of non-hormonal compounds that show promise in the treatment of female sexual dysfunction .
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Migraines in teens linked with depression, according to study
The results of a small Taiwanese study published in Neurology lend support to a suspected link between migraines and depression: One fifth of adolescents who suffered the headaches regularly were found to be at a high risk of suicide and nearly half had a psychiatric disorder such as depression or panic disorder.
From: www.orlandosentinel.com
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R) Short Course Therapy For Treatment Of Complicated Urinary Tract Infections And Acute ...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved use of the five-day, once-daily regimen of LEVAQUIN(R) (levofloxacin) 750 mg I.V. and oral, for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections (cUTI) and acute pyelonephritis (AP). [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
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Local feline plague case reported
A local case of feline plague was reported this week by Dr. Amanda Favis, a veterinarian with the Ruidoso Animal Clinic. On Sept. 6, a cat was admitted to the clinic on Sudderth Drive with a one-week history of depression and a decreased appetite, she said.
From: www.ruidosonews.com
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R) Short-Course Therapy for Treatment of Complicated Urinary Tract Infections and Acute ...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved use of the five-day, once-daily regimen of LEVAQUIN® 750 mg I.V. and oral, for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections and acute pyelonephritis .
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Nigeria: A Time to Let Go
WHEN I suffered a bereavement several years ago, I was thrown into a depression that I never thought I could get out off.
From: allafrica.com
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Abuse in childhood linked to adults? migraines
A history of child abuse may help lay down the tracks for later migraine and depression.
From: www.toledoblade.com
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2007/09/17
Prof T. Maniam says the single most important factor for suicides is clinical depression. ONE day, 30 years ago, dad returned from work looking flustered and angry. "Stupid girl! Stupid girl!" he muttered and slumped on his favourite easy chair.
From: www.nst.com.my
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Dengue fever and treatment
With the recent rain and the monsoon season drawing near, the sceptre of the outbreak of various diseases looms large.
From: www.newstodaynet.com
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Mindeze Offers a True Health and Wellness Product For Depression and More
There are people the world over that are looking for a health and wellness product that will help them overcome their emotional struggles. Mindeze founder Richard Link created EMT which can do just that. (PRWeb Sep 15, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/Q3Jhcy1aZXRhLUNvdXAtTWFnbi1UaGlyLVplcm8=
From: prweb.com
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Immigrants and Mental Health
Dr. Hochang Benjamin Lee takes your questions about the cultural barriers that prevent some immigrant families from seeking treatment for mental health problems.
From: www.washingtonpost.com
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Majority of suicides caused by depression
Abuse. Loneliness. A stressful episode. The unexpected loss of a loved one.
From: www.insidebayarea.com
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New Studies Link Depression To Smoking During Pregnancy, AP/Yahoo! News Reports
Recently released studies indicate that many pregnant women who smoke also might suffer from depression, indicating that "quit for your baby" messages are "too simplistic an approach for many women," the AP/Yahoo! News reports. The U.S. [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
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Personalized Treatment For Depression A Step Closer
New research may result in more effective treatment of depression, paving the way to a personalised approach in the future. Depression, a condition experienced by millions of people round the world. Many drugs exist for the treatment of depression. However, how individuals respond to antidepressant drugs is difficult to judge. A new study shows that magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can help to ...
From: www.sciencedaily.com
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Pregnant Smokers May Also Suffer Depression
WASHINGTON -- More than one in 10 pregnant women smoke in the United States, and new research suggests many of them also may suffer from depression, which makes kicking the habit even harder.
From: www.todaysthv.com
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Pregnant smokers may suffer depression, making it harder to quit
(AP) - More than one in 10 pregnant women in the United States smoke, and new research suggests many of them also may suffer from depression, making kicking the habit even harder.
From: ca.news.yahoo.com
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Pregnant smokers may suffer depression
More than one in 10 pregnant women smoke, and new research suggests many of them also may suffer from depression, making kicking the habit even harder.
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Omega-3 Intake Can Help Depression, Too --- HealthandAge
We all know by now that omega-3 fatty acids are good for you , whether taken in food (fish, seeds, etc) or as a supplement. The main benefit is seen on the cardiovascular system, but an unexpected condition has been shown to respond to increased omega-3 intake - depression.
From: www.healthandage.com
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WHO warns about the impact of depression
A warning from the World Health Organistion (WHO) says that the impact of depression should not be underestimated.
From: www.news-medical.net
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Depressed offered online treatment
University of Otago researchers are trialling online depression treatment in a programme that coincides with World Suicide Day today.
From: www.stuff.co.nz
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Depression more damaging than chronic illness - At a glance
LONDON- A recent study found that depression can be more damaging to health than chronic illnesses, such as arthritis and diabeties.
From: www.wsusignpost.com
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Tackling depression online
In a bid to tackle depression, treatment for the illness is now moving online. It is part of an Otago University study based on an Australian programme using cognitive behaviour therapy.
From: tvnz.co.nz
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Depression treatment online
In a bit to tackle depression, treatment for the illness is now moving online.
From: nz.news.yahoo.com
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Ask Great Ormond Street: Depression in children
Depression is usually considered an adult problem but according to statistics from the Royal College of Psychiatrists, it affects one in 200 children under the age of 12 and two to three percent of teenagers.
From: www.timesonline.co.uk
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Depression worse than disease
THE first worldwide comparison of depression with four other non-fatal chronic diseases shows that feeling seriously blue is the most disabling of all.
From: news.com.au
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Depression therapy not by guidelines
Researchers found U.S. patients with depression treated by primary care physicians do not receive long-term care consistent with quality standards.
From: www.upi.com
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Depression leads to worst health
Depression is more a disabling condition than angina, arthritis, asthma and diabetes, research suggests.
From: news.bbc.co.uk
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Clinical Data sees positive results from pivotal depression drug trial
Clinical Data has announced positive results from a Phase III study of its investigative compound Vilazodone for the treatment of depression. According to the company, the primary and supportive secondary efficacy endpoints were met in the study.
From: www.pharmaceutical-business-review.com
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Depression feels worse than many chronic diseases: study
The first worldwide comparison of depression with four other non-fatal chronic diseases shows that feeling seriously blue is the most disabling of all, according to a study released Friday.
From: news.yahoo.com
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Depression more damaging than some chronic illnesses
Depression is more damaging to everyday health than chronic diseases such as angina, arthritis, asthma and diabetes, researchers said on Friday.
From: news.yahoo.com
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Depression a Big Factor in Poor Health
Depression has a greater impact on overall health than arthritis, diabetes, angina, and asthma, but it all too often goes unrecognized and untreated, a report from the World Health Organization (WHO) suggests.
From: www.webmd.com
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A prick could solve depression
A PIN prick could hold the cure for depression, Sydney researchers believe, who are studying whether acupuncture can be used as a treatment for depression.
From: news.com.au
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Addictive harvest grips a nation
In a land where more opium and heroin are produced than the entire world consumes, Afghans are increasingly hooked KABUL, Afghanistan ? Sabera came to the new treatment center for female drug addicts with a plan. In five days, she would check in along with her daughter, and this time she would leave heroin forever.
From: www.chicagotribune.com
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Speedy drugs for depression
Drug hastens relief in rats.
From: dx.doi.org
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Primary care depression treatment often does not follow quality guidelines
Most patients with depression who are treated by primary care physicians do not receive care consistent with quality standards, according to a new RAND Corporation study.
From: www.news-medical.net
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Treating Depression Can Help Heart Rate Variability Recovery After Heart Attack And Other Coronary Syndromes
A patient with depression may find it harder to recover his/her heart rate variability after a heart attack, increasing his/her chances of coronary death. [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
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Study finds primary care depression treatment often does not follow quality guidelines
Most patients with depression who are treated by primary care physicians do not receive care consistent with quality standards, according to a new RAND Corporation study.
From: www.eurekalert.org
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Clinical Data Sees Positive Results
Biotechnology company Clinical Data Inc. said Tuesday its depression treatment candidate Vilazodone showed positive results in a late-stage study.
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Clinical Data says results good on depression treatment
Clinical Data Inc. said Tuesday it is reporting positive results in its Phase III study of its investigative compound Vilazodone to treat depression.
From: www.bizjournals.com
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Patients with depression may not recover their heart rate variability following heart attack
Patients with depression appear to have an impaired ability to recover their heart rate variability following acute coronary syndromes such as heart attack, a factor that could increase their risk of coronary death, according to a report in the September issue of Archives of General Psychiatry, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.
From: www.news-medical.net
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Clinical Data Announces Positive Results from Phase III Pivotal Trial of Vilazodone for Depression
NEWTON, Mass.----Clinical Data, Inc. today announced positive results in its pivotal Phase III study of its investigative compound Vilazodone. In the study, the primary and supportive secondary efficacy endpoints were met.
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Bipolar diagnoses surge for children
CHICAGO ? A new analysis suggests there?s been a huge increase in the number of U.S. children diagnosed with bipolar disorder, but experts question whether the surge is real and say some kids have been mislabeled. Researchers looked at the number of times children younger than 19 went to the doctor and were diagnosed with or treated for bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depression. They ...
From: www.thestate.com
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Wrong place, lousy time
IF LISMORE had a radiotherapy unit Robyn Sparks would still have her house. She would never have been treated for depression after enduring the isolation of a four-month stay in Sydney for cancer treatment and she would be running her own child-care business in Lismore.
From: www.northernstar.com.au
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Treating Depression May Improve Recovery Of Heart Rate Variability Following Coronary Syndromes
Patients with depression appear to have an impaired ability to recover their heart rate variability following acute coronary syndromes such as heart attack, a factor that could increase their risk of coronary death, according to a new report. However, patients who are treated with antidepressants or whose mood lifts may experience more of an improvement in heart rate variability than those who ...
From: www.sciencedaily.com
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Tip Sheet Annals of Internal Medicine, Sept. 4, 2007
Doctors Vary in Whether they Follow Depression Guidelines. Outcomes Improve When They Do
From: www.eurekalert.org
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New treatments near for bipolar disorder
NEW YORK #8212; Scientists are testing seasickness patches and other surprising options in a challenging search for new ways to treat the crushing depression and uncontrolled mania of bipolar disorder.
From: fwstage.sv.publicus.com
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Inroads being made in bipolar treatment
NEW YORK - Scientists are testing seasickness patches and other surprising options in a challenging search for new ways to treat the crushing depression and uncontrolled mania of bipolar disorder.
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Confusing disorder gets new treatment
NEW YORK - Scientists are testing seasickness patches and other surprising options in a challenging search for new ways to treat the crushing depression and uncontrolled mania of bipolar disorder.
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Surprising treatments for Bipolar disorder
NEW YORK â?? Scientists are testing seasickness patches and other surprising options in a challenging search for new ways to treat the crushing depression and uncontrolled mania of bipolar disorder.
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New bipolar disorder treatments tested
Scientists are testing seasickness patches and other surprising options in a challenging search for new ways to treat the crushing depression and uncontrolled mania of bipolar disorder.
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Large Federally Funded Study In The September AJP Offers Practical Guidance On Treating Patients With Bipolar Depression
Intensive psychotherapy, in addition to medication, significantly improves functioning in patients with bipolar disorder who are experiencing a depressive episode. [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
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What Is It? Major depression is an illness that usually causes severe and persistent low mood ? sadness or a sense of despair. It is considered a...
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I A few weeks ago, late in the evening, 15-year-old Rohit doused himself in kerosene. He had been suffering from depression for a while. His parents were in the process of splitting and his grades in school had fallen. In desperation, his mother called Saifi Hospital.
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Pine Bark May Reduce Need For HRT, New Study Finds
A study to be published in an upcoming edition of the Scandinavian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology reveals that Pycnogenol® (pic-noj-en-all), pine bark extract from the French maritime pine tree, reduces "climacteric symptoms" such as hot flashes, depression, panic attacks, cholesterol and other common symptoms associated with women entering menopause transition. [click link for full ...
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Anonymous developers claim software unlocks iPhones for global use
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PD) Patients Continue To Experience Symptoms Despite Receiving ...
Preliminary results of the pan-European PRODEST study in 1016 patients with Parkinson`s disease (PD) were presented at the 11th Congress of the European Federation of Neurological Societies (EFNS) in Brussels this week, revealing unique features of PD-related depression and its treatment. [click link for full article]
From: www.medicalnewstoday.com
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