Let Me Tell You More About My Depressed, Miserable Existence
By Depressed Jane on January 29, 2008
Kids who have been arrested and are depressed are more likely to use drugs and alcohol and engage in unsafe sexual activity that puts them at greater risk for HIV, according to new research from the Bradley Hasbro Children’s Research Center.
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By Depressed Jane on January 29, 2008
Using data on 2 million people, from 80 nations, researchers from the University of Warwick and Dartmouth College in the US have found an extraordinarily consistent international pattern in depression and happiness levels that leaves us most miserable in middle age.Their paper entitled “Is Well-being U-Shaped over the Life Cycle?” is to be published shortly in Social Science & Medicine, the world’s most-cited social science journal.
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By Depressed Jane on January 28, 2008
Nearly one third of older rural people in Australia and America suffer from depression according to a study in the Wiley-Blackwell journal – Australian Journal of Rural Health.
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By Depressed Jane on January 28, 2008
Elizabeth Wilde McCormick’s best-selling guide to Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is now published in a third edition , with even more valuable advice on self-help through practical psychotherapy.
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By Depressed Jane on January 25, 2008
Better Health Publishing, announced the results of a breakthrough study in linking multiple medical conditions to the accumulation of toxic metals in the body.
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By Depressed Jane on January 25, 2008
Researchers have identified subtle genetic variations that predict the efficacy of two widely used antidepressant drugs. They found that certain variants in the gene for a protective transporter protein that pumps drugs and other substances out of the brain compromise the effectiveness of the antidepressants citalopram (trade name Celexa) and venlafaxine (Effexor).
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By Depressed Jane on January 25, 2008
Renhuang Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Renhuang” or the “Company”, stock symbol: RHGP.OB), a leading Chinese integrated drug developer, manufacturer and distributor, announced the successful laboratory production of lyophilized syringin powder, its new powder injection anti-depression and fatigue drug. Renhuang expects this new drug to become its next revenue growth driver. At 90% purity, the syringin portion in the sample drugs meets the criteria of the State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA).
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By Depressed Jane on January 25, 2008
January 24 is the most depressing day of the year based on a formula developed by a British psychologist. In light of this day, Canadian Institutes of Health Research experts give tips on winter blues, and other winter related activities. Helping you slide through this winter season in good health. Experts: Winter bluesDr.
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By Depressed Jane on January 25, 2008
Doctors commonly prescribe antidepressants for patients with low back pain for three main reasons; to relieve pain; reduce mild depression and improve a person’s mood; and improve sleep.Despite this, the use of antidepressants in low back pain is controversial with different studies arriving at different conclusions.
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By Depressed Jane on January 25, 2008
A therapist may be able to use music to help some patients fight depression and improve, restore and maintain their health, states a Systematic Review from The Cochrane Library.About 121 million people world-wide are believed to suffer from depression. This can be seen in disturbed appetite, sleep patterns and overall functioning as well as leading to low self-esteem and feelings of worthlessness and guilt.
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