Topic: Depression
New research into how music conveys emotion could benefit the treatment of depression and the management of physical pain. Using an innovative combination of music psychology and leading-edge audio en ... moreGreatest risk is during first year after child is born, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Depression, Parenting ... more
Using hormone therapy won't prevent women from becoming depressed after menopause, new research shows. Reuters Health Information ... more
Gluskin Shef economist David Rosenberg continues on his theme of how bad the current economy is compared to the pre-recession period, relative to other recoveries, and has now outlined, in his lates ... more
Greatest risk is during first year after child is born, researchers say ... more
Both moms and dads are at an increased risk for depression during the first year of their infant's life, finds a new study of parents in the U.K. ... more
SAM-e plus prescription antidepressants may spell relief for hard-to-treat depression, according to a new study. ... more
Expert Urges Vigilance Against Flu Outbreaks Fathers Also Affected By Postpartum Depression Salmonella Fears Prompt Hartz Dog Treat Recall /div ... more
Approximately one-fifth of all fathers and over one third of all mothers experience an episode of depression within the first 12 years of their child being born, with the first year having the highest ... more
More than one-third of mothers and about one-fifth of fathers in the United Kingdom appear to experience an episode of depression between their child's birth and 12th year of age, with the highest rat ... more
Psychological violence by an intimate partner during pregnancy, independent of physical violence, has been linked to a higher risk of developing postnatal depression, also known as postpartum depressi ... more
An integrated approach to cancer care needs to be developed in Australia that incorporates psychosocial and biological interventions, according to an article published in a Medical Journal of Australi ... more
An integrated approach to cancer care needs to be developed in Australia that incorporates psychosocial and biological interventions, according to an article published in a Medical Journal of Australi ... more
Major depression is a common and disabling brain condition marked not only by the presence of depressed mood but also by its effects on sleep, energy, decision-making, memory and thoughts of death or ... more
A unique new therapy that applies electrical stimulation to a major nerve emanating from the brain is showing promise for major depression. In a recently completed clinical trial, trigeminal nerve sti ... more
If you have treatment-resistant depression, keep looking for an effective medication. ... more
Major depression is a common and disabling brain condition marked not only by the presence of depressed mood but also by its effects on sleep, energy, decision-making, memory and thoughts of death or ... more
Does depression cause weight gain or weight loss? Does weight gain or weight loss cause depression? WebMD helps to unravel the mystery surrounding the link between depression and weight. ... more
SAM-e plus prescription antidepressants may spell relief for hard-to-treat depression, according to a new study. ... more
More than 48 percent of all Americans took at least one prescription drug each month in 2008, which amounts to a 10 percent increase over the previous decade, according to a new report from the US Cen ... more
Greater odds if you're younger than 65, have a history of drug abuse and depression, and use psychiatric meds Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Drug Abuse, Pain Relievers, Prescription Dru ... more
by Melanie Lane, MDI am a medical doctor. I am also called an allopath, someone who practices Western medicine. We allopaths like data, proof, science, randomized, double-blind, placebo-contr ... more
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), which is tasked with enforcing safety and health legislation, should take doctors-in-training under its purview, consumer and health advocacy ... more
While drug maker Allergan has pled guilty to illegally marketing its drug Botox for unapproved uses such as migraines, CBS News has learned that the manufacturer has been busy testing the drug overse ... more
While drug maker Allergan has pled guilty to illegally marketing its drug Botox for unapproved uses such as migraines, CBS News has learned that the manufacturer has been busy testing the drug overse ... more
Multiple TMS treatments were shown to ease depression and possibly improve cognition and motor symptoms. Medscape Medical News ... more
Levels of depression and anxiety still high at least 2 years after escaping abusive relationship, study finds Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Domestic Violence, Mental Health ... more
Greater odds if you're younger than 65, have a history of drug abuse and depression, and use psychiatric meds ... more
School of Montpellier analysts show us how depression is linked to cholesterol and gender Did you know the Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM) and University of Montpellier financed prof ... more
Levels of depression and anxiety still high at least 2 years after escaping abusive relationship, study finds ... more
Findings of a research review commissioned by beyondblue: the national depression initiative to investigate the mental health of medical students and doctors were presented at a forum of the beyondblu ... more
Men with chronic insomnia who slept for less than six hours were four times more likely to die during the 14-year follow-up period, according to a new study. Results were adjusted for potential confou ... more
Researchers from the University of Manchester have developed a social intervention to help British Pakistani women with depression. Their 10-week programme, which was trialled in the north-west of E ... more
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has raised added concern about a study released by The Urban Institute that shows more than one-half of babies in poverty are being raised by mothers liv ... more
Study is the first to demonstrate that chronic insomnia with objectively measured short sleep duration is associated with increased mortality in men DARIEN, Ill. A study in the Sept. 1 issue of the ... more
Mass General Hospital study findings published in the American Journal of Psychiatry BOSTON (August 31, 2010) A new study conducted by investigators at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Gene ... more
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Forest Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: FRX) and Gedeon Richter Plc. today announced preliminary top-line results from an 8-week Phase II clinical trial of the novel, investigational antipsychotic agent cari ... more
Anger, depression, and helplessness are the main psychological responses being seen in response to the catastrophic Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, and they are likely to have long- ... more
Depression is actually defined by specific clinical symptoms such as sadness, difficulty to experience pleasure, sleep problems etc., present for at least two weeks, with impairment of psychosocial fu ... more
Press conference on the occasion of the 23rd ECNP Congress, Aug. 31, 2010, Amsterdam Depression is actually defined by specific clinical symptoms such as sadness, difficulty to experience pleasure, sl ... more
A new national study not only has confirmed that children who have been exposed to disasters from earthquakes to fires are more prone to emotional problems, but many of those children may already have ... more
Anger, depression and helplessness are the main psychological responses being seen in response to the catastrophic Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, and they are likely to have long-l ... more
According to a recent sub-study, part of long-term Nicotine Dependence in Teens (NDIT) study based at the University of Montreal Hospital Research Centre, University of Toronto and the University of M ... more
More than 50% of infants in poverty are raised by mothers with mild to severe depression, which could contribute to problems in parenting and child development, according to a study by the Washington, ... more
Randomized controlled trial For people suffering chronic pain, smoked cannabis reduces pain, improves mood and helps sleep, according to new research published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Jo ... more
Press conference on the occasion of the 23rd ECNP Congress 2010, Amsterdam All humans are synchronised to the rhythmic light-dark changes that occur on a daily basis. Rhythms in physiological and bioc ... more
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Clinical depression and anxiety during pregnancy results in smaller babies that are more likely to die in infancy, according to new research published in the open access journal BMC Public Health. Th ... more
Births rates have declined in several states, a trend experts link to the uncertain economic outlook and high unemployment rate, NPR's "All Things Considered" reports. Recent data indicate that Illino ... more
Study shows brain trauma associated with lifelong conditions that affect quality of life and mortality GALVESTON Traumatic brain injury, currently considered a singular event by the insurance indus ... more
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Clinical depression and anxiety during pregnancy results in smaller babies that are more likely to die in infancy, according to new research. The study, which focused on women living in rural Banglade ... more
A new article argues that, based on recent behavioral and neuroimaging studies, low doses of psychedelics may provide relief for various mood disorders -- without the typical adverse effects. Medsca ... more
As housing sales plummet, it may be instructive to draw some parallels:"Sales of previously occupied homes plunged last month to the lowest level in 15 years, despite the lowest mortgage rates in deca ... more
A new review of 4 meta-analyses of FDA trials cites publication biases, argues that antidepressants are only "marginally efficacious," and calls for new recommendations for standard of care for depres ... more
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WebMD provides tips for increasing libido when depression is taking a toll on your sex life. ... more
Researchers funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and the Medical Research Council (MRC) have successfully used a drug to reset and restart the natural 24 hour b ... more
Almost 40% individuals with a history of major depression also have a history of subthreshold hypomania. Medscape Medical News ... more
A precedent-setting study published in the New England Journal of Medicine on Thursday, August 19 demonstrates definitively that early referrals to palliative care prolongs life for patients living w ... more
In a population-based cohort study, patients with psoriasis had an increased risk for depression, anxiety, and suicidality. Medscape Medical News ... more
Individuals with psoriasis appear to have an increased risk of depression, anxiety and suicidality, according to a report in the August issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the JAMA/Archives journ ... more
"It's like a magic drug", said the lead researcher of a team from Yale University in the US whose latest study suggests that ketamine, a drug normally used as an anasthetic, could be reformulated as ... more
The SNRI desvenlafaxine was found to be effective and generally well tolerated for treating depression in perimenopausal and menopausal women, new research suggests. Medscape Medical News ... more
Mental health takes a beating with economic downturn Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health ... more
Yale researchers have discovered how a novel anti-depressant can take effect in hours, rather than the weeks or months usually required for most drugs currently on the market. The findings, described ... more
Making changes to your own behavior -- your physical activity, diet, and lifestyle -- can be effective natural depression treatments. ... more
Having a pet can help improve mild or moderate depression in many people, experts agree, as well as provide other benefits, such as better sleep and overall health. ... more
An antidepressant can alleviate symptoms of major depression in women experiencing or about to experience menopause, according to a new study. ... more
Adding the nutritional supplement S-adenosyl methionine to antidepressant therapy produced clinically meaningful symptom relief in a small placebo-controlled trial. Medscape Medical News ... more
Training health visitors to assess and psychologically support mothers after childbirth can prevent the development of depression over the following year, shows a new analysis of data from a full scal ... more
Researchers say these individuals might be at raised risk for bipolar disorder Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Bipolar Disorder, Depression ... more
There's been a lot of interest in Vitamin D lately, and the latest research shows that 1,25-dihyroxy Vitamin D3 deficiency is linked to a surprising number of health conditions such as depression, bac ... more
Boston University and Department of Veterans Affairs researchers discover brain trauma in sports may cause a new disease that mimics ALS (BOSTON) The Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopath ... more
A large prospective study of 5033 men and women in the Tromsø Study in northern Norway has reported that moderate wine consumption is independently associated with better performance on cognitive tes ... more
Philadelphia, PA August 18, 2010 For more than a century, clinical investigators have focused on early life as a source of adult psychopathology. Although the hypothesized mechanisms have evolve ... more
In a cross-sectional study of Japanese teenagers, a higher intake of fish, EPA, and DHA was independently associated with a lower prevalence of depressive symptoms in boys but not girls. Medscape Me ... more
Researchers have discovered clues that may help identify which people with depression are at risk of developing bipolar disorder. ... more
Meanwhile, my sources (sorry, they're gun-shy and anonymous) were telling me that duloxetine caused suicidal tendencies in patients who took the drug for incontinence and who were not depressed. Th ... more
Meanwhile, my sources (sorry, they're gun-shy and anonymous) were telling me that duloxetine caused suicidal tendencies in patients who took the drug for incontinence and who were not depressed. Th ... more
Eating more oily fish like sardines, salmon and yellowtail could help teenage boys feel less blue, suggests a new Japanese study.Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: Depression, Dietary F ... more
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An antidepressant can alleviate symptoms of major depression in women experiencing or about to experience menopause, according to a study released today led by a Virginia Commonwealth University resea ... more
Individuals with psoriasis appear to have an increased risk of depression, anxiety and suicidality, according to a new study. ... more
Patients with psoriasis have a higher risk of developing depression or anxiety, and having suicidal feelings, says a report published today in Archives of Dermatology, a JAMA/Archives (Journal of the ... more
New Orleans, LA Research conducted by Dr. Jay Kolls, Professor and Chair of Genetics at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans, and colleagues, has found that vitamin D may be an effective therapeu ... more
A single intravenous dose of the anaesthetic agent ketamine appears to reduce symptoms of depression within 40 minutes among those with bipolar disorder who have not responded to other treatments, acc ... more
A new discovery about selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors suggests that these drugs, used to treat mental health disorders like depression and anxiety, have multiple effects on our cells. Research ... more
A small study suggests that a nutritional supplement sold over-the-counter may help some people with depression who haven't gotten better with any other drugs.Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlu ... more
The American Psychiatric Association is urging BP claims administrator Kenneth Feinberg to treat requests for reimbursement for mental health care the same as other health claims related to the Gulf o ... more
Daughters caring for a parent recovering from stroke are more prone to depression than sons, according to new research. Strained relationships before or following the stroke increases depression in da ... more
Protein linked to mental retardation may be controlling factor in drug #8217;s effect in the brain JUPITER, FL, August 10, 2010 Scientists from the Florida campus of The Scripps Research Institute ... more
Teens who use the internet pathologically appear more likely to develop depression than those who do not, according to a report posted online that will appear in the October print issue of Archives of ... more
by John GeverElderly people who are depressed may be at twice the risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer #8217;s disease over time #8212; but it #8217;s unclear whether depression causes dementi ... more
Some mental health problems, including moderate and severe depression, are more common among college students today than in the past, according to a study that looked back 12 years. ... more
Removing risk factors such as diabetes and depression and increasing components such as "crystallized intelligence" and fruit and vegetable intake may decrease dementia, a study suggests. Medscape M ... more
Caregiving by those with emotional connection lessens anxiety, depression after surgery, study found Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Caregivers, Mental Health, Organ Transplantation ... more
Eliminating depression and diabetes, consuming more fruit and vegetables could reduce new cases by 21 percent, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Dementia, Healthy Living ... more
Improving patients' coping skills may speed recovery, researchers suggest Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Depression, Diabetic Foot ... more
Complications around the time of birth can increase the risk of postnatal depression, says new research published today in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Many women expe ... more
LONDON (Dow Jones)--U.K. pharmaceutical group AstraZeneca PLC (AZN.LN) Monday said it has reached a settlement for approximately $198 million regarding 17,500 product liability claims over its antips ... more
AstraZeneca Settles Two-Thirds of Seroquel Lawsuits - BusinessWeek: "Aug. 9 (Bloomberg) -- AstraZeneca Plc will pay about $198 million to settle 17,500 lawsuits, or about two-thirds of the total, alle ... more
LONDON (Dow Jones)--U.K. pharmaceutical group AstraZeneca PLC (AZN.LN) Monday said it has reached a settlement for approximately $198 million regarding 17,500 product liability claims over its antips ... more
AstraZeneca Settles Two-Thirds of Seroquel Lawsuits - BusinessWeek: "Aug. 9 (Bloomberg) -- AstraZeneca Plc will pay about $198 million to settle 17,500 lawsuits, or about two-thirds of the total, alle ... more
A single intravenous dose of the anesthetic agent ketamine appears to reduce symptoms of depression within 40 minutes among those with bipolar disorder who have not responded to other treatments, acco ... more
Teens who use the Internet pathologically appear more likely to develop depression than those who do not, according to a report posted online today that will appear in the October print issue of Archi ... more
Antidepressants commonly prescribed to people with autistic spectrum disorders cannot be recommended based on current evidence, a new study by Cochrane Researchers concludes. Despite some evidence of ... more
Improving patients' coping skills may speed recovery, researchers suggest ... more
by William R. Yates, MD I #8217;ve been interested in the role of testosterone in physical performance, depression and aging for many years. While at the University of Iowa, I was inv ... more
Eliminating depression and diabetes, consuming more fruit and vegetables could reduce new cases by 21 percent, researchers say ... more
The College of Direct Support (CDS), an internet-based college for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and managed in partnership by Elsevier/MC Strategies and the University of Minnesota's Research a ... more
A new study by French and UK researchers published in a leading journal this week suggests that should no cure be found for dementia, then the biggest impact on reducing rates of this progressive br ... more
Eliminating diabetes and depression, as well as increasing education and fruit and vegetable consumption, are likely to have the biggest impact on reducing levels of dementia in the coming years, shou ... more
I've been wondering how long it would take for the blogosphere and the media to begin to heat up more critically over the Obama's lavish lifestyle and frequent vacations, at least to the point that ev ... more
Here is an interesting dichotomy: At the same time that AstraZeneca is forking out tens of millions of dollars to settle thousands of product-liability lawsuits claiming the risks of its Seroquel anti ... more
Groups Defend Guidelines for Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Loving Siblings Help Shield Against Depression: Study Large Drop In Heart Bypass Surgery Deaths: ... more
A commonplace electroencephalography (EEG) test may hold the key to predicting whether a person will respond to certain prescribed drugs, particularly those related to psychiatric conditions. In a stu ... more
More than three-quarters of adults in the Central African Republic report witnessing or personally experiencing traumatic events during the most recent wave of violence, and more than half meet criter ... more
Among Chinese women who are survivors of intimate partner violence, an advocacy intervention that included empowerment sessions and telephone support from social workers did not result in a clinically ... more
The rapid expansion of the Internet has increased the ease with which the public can obtain medical information. Most research on the utility of the Internet for health purposes has evaluated the qual ... more
Among Chinese women who are survivors of intimate partner violence, an advocacy intervention that included empowerment sessions and telephone support from social workers did not result in a clinically ... more
If you re feeling depressed, what you eat can affect your mood and your health. Here are 8 steps you can take to get the right nutrition to help you through depression. ... more
How long to take antidepressant medicine depends on factors such as the severity of your depression, your risk for relapse, and how well the medication is working. A look at different antidepressants, ... more
You ve been diagnosed with depression. Now what? This article can help you understand depression symptoms, treatments, and how to get started on the road to recovery. ... more
Insomnia and depression often go hand-in-hand. Discover which insomnia treatment works best for depression. ... more
If you re taking an antidepressant, it s important to know what to expect and how it will affect your life. Here are the answers to five common questions about taking antidepressants. ... more
Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating can be linked to depression. A guide to depression and eating disorders, and finding effective treatment for both. ... more
Exercise may be as effective as medication in treating depression. Any type of exercise is helpful. These 6 tips will help get you started with an exercise program. ... more
A holistic approach to treating depression focuses on treating your whole being -- body and mind -- to help you feel better and stay healthy. A healthy diet, exercise, and talk therapy are just a few ... more
Talk therapy can be a powerful tool in fighting depression. Here s how to get started with the types of therapy most commonly used for depression cognitive behavioral therapy and interpersonal t ... more
A single intravenous dose of ketamine provides a robust antidepressant effect, a new randomized controlled study suggests. Medscape Medical News ... more
A randomized controlled trial suggests an advocacy intervention does not significantly reduce depression in women who have been abused by their partners. Medscape Medical News ... more
A new study finds that clinical trials funded by the pharmaceutical industry are more likely to report a positive outcome, but less likely to be published shortly after completion than trials funded b ... more
Pathologic Internet Use by Teens Linked to Increased Depression Risk Medscape Medical News ... more
But improvement from anesthetic infusion was only significant for three days, researchers found Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Bipolar Disorder ... more
Even healthy ones can run into trouble with too much use, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Depression, Teen Mental Health ... more
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Depression Menstrual Migraine /div ... more
Teens who use the Internet pathologically appear more likely to develop depression than those who do not, according to a new report. ... more
A single intravenous dose of the anesthetic agent ketamine appears to reduce symptoms of depression within 40 minutes among those with bipolar disorder who have not responded to other treatments. ... more
Long-term survivors of early non-small cell lung cancer are often short of breath, and now a new study suggests the problem is more common in patients with preoperative dyspnea, reduced diffusing capa ... more
A single intravenous dose of the anesthetic agent ketamine appears to reduce symptoms of depression within 40 minutes among those with bipolar disorder who have not responded to other treatments, acco ... more
Rejection triggers responses in the body that can increase a person s risk for maladies such as asthma, arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and depression, a new study says. ... more
Teenagers who have problematic Internet-related behavior are more likely to develop depression or other psychiatric problems than teens who are classified as normal users, a new study says. ... more
A single injection of the anesthetic ketamine provides relief from bipolar depression in as little as 40 minutes, a small study shows. ... more
Having a sister protects young teens from feeling lonely, unloved, guilty, self-conscious and fearful. Researchers studied 395 families from Seattle with two or more children. At least one child in ea ... more
Even healthy ones can run into trouble with too much use, researchers say ... more
But improvement from anesthetic infusion was only significant for three days, researchers found ... more
Cancer patients receiving care in geographically dispersed urban and rural oncology practices who participated in a program that included telephone-based care management and home-based automated sympt ... more
It was February 2009 and instead of pulling pints in the Rovers Return, I was curled up in a ball on my bed, barely able to speak. I was experiencing clinical depression so extreme that my mind was in ... more
Cancer patients receiving care in geographically dispersed urban and rural oncology practices who participated in a program that included telephone-based care management and home-based automated sympt ... more
With the right care, you can overcome depression. Don't give up hope. ... more
LA JOLLA, CA July 28, 2010 For Immediate Release A chemical compound that boosts the action of a molecule normally produced in the brain may provide the starting point for a new line of thera ... more
For decades research has shown that listening to music alleviates anxiety and depression, enhances mood, and can increase cognitive functioning, such as spatial awareness. However, until now, research ... more
by Arya M. Sharma, MD Medical school trains us to deal with a wide range of medical problems. No matter what our current practice or specialty, at some point during medical school we ... more
Only newer AEDs with high potential of causing depression were linked to increased suicide risk in a new study. Medscape Medical News ... more
An international survey finds that 17% of people with HIV/AIDS have not told their spouses or partners about their health status even though 96% reported having disclosed their HIV status to at least ... more
The drug rimonabant was developed as a treatment for obesity and its myriad of serious health consequences (for example, type 2 diabetes). Despite having its desired effects on weight, which it decrea ... more
In a survey of HIV-infected patients, 27% reported depression, 37% felt isolated, 17% had not disclosed their serostatus to their long-time partner, and 64% had comorbidities. Medscape Medical News ... more
Their retinas respond less to black-and-white contrasts, scans foundSource: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Depression ... more
'Negative' cultural tendency may insulate people against distress, research indicates Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Depression, International Health ... more
Finding suggests connection to family history and frame of mind Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Depression, Obesity, Pain ... more
Regulating 'good' and 'bad' levels may help prevent mood disorder among elderly, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Cholesterol, Depression, Seniors' Health ... more
Only newer meds tied to depression appear linked to self-harm, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Drug Safety, Epilepsy, Suicide ... more
by James Baker, MD Clinical psychologist Irving Kirsch is selling a new book in which he argues that anti-depressants aren #8217;t much better than placebo. He bases his claim on ... more
ST. PAUL, Minn. While the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires a warning of an increased risk of suicide for all epilepsy drugs, a new study shows that only certain drugs may increase the ri ... more
The drug rimonabant was developed as a treatment for obesity and its myriad of serious health consequences (for example, type 2 diabetes). Despite having its desired effects on weight, which it decrea ... more
Philadelphia, PA, 22 July, 2010 - Blood tests have been extremely important tools aiding doctors in making medical diagnoses and in guiding the treatment of many diseases. However, psychiatry is one a ... more
While the prevalence of alcohol use disorders (AUDs) in the United States during the 1980s was roughly five times more common among men than women, the gap between the genders has narrowed: AUDs are n ... more
Regardless of culture, language, era, or individual artist, the arts consistently depict depression using darkness. Scientific findings now lend empirical support to this representation of depression ... more
Researchers have observed that depressive symptoms in patients with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection are commonly overlooked in routine clinical interviews, and that treatment-induced depression comp ... more
When treating women with fibromyalgia, doctors should be on the lookout for depression and warning signs of suicide, according to a new study.Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: Fibromya ... more
By stimulating certain areas of the brain, scientists can alleviate the effects of disorders such as depression or Parkinson's disease. That's the good news. But because controlling that stimulation c ... more
A new study found that apathy and depression significantly predict an individual's progression from mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a disorder of the brain that affects nerve cells involved in thinki ... more
The presence of depressive symptoms increased the risk of cardiovascular events in men with erectile dysfunction, a new study shows. Heartwire ... more
Two longitudinal studies examine the relationship of maternal PTSD and depression to the mental health and behavior of children who were affected by the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The first study found t ... more
Vascular disease most likely cause of brain impairment in diabetics, research shows Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Dementia, Diabetes ... more
Children fared worse when mothers struggled with PTSD, depression, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Child Mental Health, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder ... more
Without treatment, anxiety and depression can plague kids through adult years, experts warn Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Anxiety, Child Mental Health, Depression ... more
Pain and depression are the most common symptoms among cancer patients, but they can be reduced by telephone-based care management. Medscape Medical News ... more
Without treatment, anxiety and depression can plague kids through adult years, experts warn ... more
Stress seems to worsen or increase the risk of conditions like obesity, heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, depression, gastrointestinal problems, and asthma. But following some simple stres ... more
Combining high-tech and human interaction yielded psychological, physical benefits, study found Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Cancer--Living with Cancer ... more
When I see the words "Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show," I don't think of Neil Diamond (although I'm a big fan of his music), I immediately think of Barack Obama. I think of Obama out on his ... more
Pain and depression associated with cancer -- symptoms often unrecognized and undertreated -- can be significantly reduced through centralized telephone-based care management coupled with automated sy ... more
A new US study found that overweight and obese menopausal women who lost weight during an intensive diet and exercise program suffered fewer and less severe hot flushes compared to women who did not ... more
With cancer patients living longer, carers in Australia are finding it increasingly difficult to cope, reporting health issues including stress, anxiety, burnout and depression, according to a study p ... more
Will the first in a new round of diet drugs win FDA approval? The briefing documents released by the agency this morning reveal that Qnexa, which will be reviewed on Thursday by an agency panel, may c ... more
Subdued reactions may be mistaken for depression, researchers suggest ... more
Scientists researching a toxin extracted from the venom of the honey bee have used this to inform the design of new treatments to alleviate the symptoms of conditions such as muscular dystrophy, depre ... more
Happier youths are also healthier youths, according to Emily Shaffer-Hudkins and her team, from the University of South Florida in the US. Adolescents' positive emotions and moods, as well as their sa ... more
Researchers who've looked at the brains of the lovelorn say rejection by a romantic partner lights up areas of the brain that are associated with addiction, reward, craving, and depression. ... more
Whether mom's golden child or her black sheep, siblings who sense that their mother consistently favors or rejects one child over others are more likely to show depressive symptoms as middle-aged adul ... more
Scientists researching a toxin extracted from the venom of the honey bee have used this to inform the design of new treatments to alleviate the symptoms of conditions such as muscular dystrophy, depre ... more
A report using the Framingham original cohort with 17 years of follow-up confirms an association between depression and subsequent risk for dementia and AD. Two other studies, however, are at odds. ... more
Depression in multiple sclerosis patients is accompanied by anatomical changes and cortisol hypersecretion, a new study shows. Medscape Medical News ... more
Don't underestimate the impact of emotional well-being on adolescents' physical health, warns new study Happier youths are also healthier youths, according to Emily Shaffer-Hudkins and her team, from ... more
At least half of all heart attack victims are suffering from depression 12 months after hospitalisation but a simple exercise regime can reduce the anguish, a new study by Victoria University (VU) has ... more