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Friday, June 29th, 2007Two new studies suggest older men and women taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, a class of antidepressants that includes Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft, are prone to increased bone loss. [click link for full article]
Students With Symptoms Of Mental Illness Often Don’t Seek Help
Thursday, June 28th, 2007Studies show that the incidence of mental illness on college campuses is rising, and a new survey of 2,785 college students indicates that more than half of students with significant symptoms of anxiety or depression do not seek help.This is despite the fact that resources are available at no cost on campus, said Daniel Eisenberg, assistant professor at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. [click link for full article]
Studies Show Antidepressants Not Linked To Birth Defects
Thursday, June 28th, 2007Two research studies published today in The New England Journal of Medicine found taking SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), anti-depression drugs, during pregnancy did not significantly increase the overall risk for most birth defects. However, each study found that taking SSRIs during pregnancy was associated with a small increase in the risk of certain rare birth defects — but they were different birth defects. Dr. [click link for full article]
New Booklet Gives Guidance On Diet And Depression
Tuesday, June 26th, 2007Recent research from the Mental Health Foundation has shown that a healthy diet can have a positive impact on mental health. The charity has published a new booklet, Healthy eating and depression, for anyone who wishes to protect their mental health through healthy eating. It is particularly relevant for people recovering from mild to moderate depression and suggests how changes to their diet can help improve their mood. [click link for full article]
New Pacemaker-Like Device Offers Hope To Those Living With Treatment-Resistant Depression
Wednesday, June 20th, 2007Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center today announced that James McInerney, M.D., associate professor of neurosurgery, and director of stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, Penn State Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine, in collaboration with Elana Farace, Ph.D. [click link for full article]
Geisinger Launches Healthcare Book Series
Wednesday, June 13th, 2007Geisinger and BC Decker have announced the release of a book series, entitled Frequently Asked Questions. The series features clear, concise answers to common healthcare questions drawn from the clinical practices of eight veteran Geisinger clinicians.Each book unfolds in a Question and Answer format on a range of topics within a single clinical practice specialty. [click link for full article]
Clinical Trial Finds Cognitive Training Software Helps Combat Effects Of Depression In Baby Boomers, Seniors
Tuesday, June 12th, 2007New findings on the effects of computer based-training on cognitive function for baby boomers and seniors suggest that cognitive training offers a positive impact and should be prescribed for individuals living with depression. [click link for full article]
National Campaign Showcases The Importance Of Joining Forces With ‘Man’s Best Friend’ In Overcoming Depression
Monday, June 11th, 2007While many people with depression turn to family and friends for support, research has shown that enlisting the help of an unexpected companion — a dog — may also have a positive effect on overall health and well-being(i). [click link for full article]
Genetic Variations May Predispose Some Men To Suicidal Thoughts During Treatment For Depression
Sunday, June 10th, 2007Genetic variations may help explain why some men with depression develop suicidal thoughts and behaviors after they begin taking antidepressant medications, while most do not, according to a report in the June issue of Archives of General Psychiatry, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. [click link for full article]
Recovery For Elderly With Depression Improves With Medication, Says Pitt School Of Medicine Study
Saturday, June 9th, 2007Adding a medication to a standard treatment regimen for major depressive disorder in the elderly improves chances of recovery in those who do not adequately respond to the first-course therapy or who relapse from it, finds a University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine study published in the June issue of the American Journal of Psychiatry, the official journal of the American Psychiatric Association. [click link for full article]
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