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Friday, January 25th, 2008Diabetes UK is calling for more psychological support for young adults with Type 1 diabetes as new research shows that a third report symptoms of depression. We want diabetes services to be better targeted to meet the needs of young people. These improvements are urgently needed, as the study found that 35 per cent of […]
Are There Benefits To Having Depression? Specialist In Neuroscience And Emotion Offers Radical New Approach To The Condition. New Book
Friday, January 25th, 2008Depression affects huge numbers of people. One in four of us suffer from it at some point in our lives; one in ten will in the next year, and about one in twenty of us is living with the condition right now. Dr Paul Keedwell argues that, although depression is unpleasant and sometimes unbearable, it […]
Depressed Patients Offered Hope With Music Therapy
Friday, January 25th, 2008A 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 […]
Study Results Of Antidepressant Use In The Management Of Chronic Low Back Pain
Friday, January 25th, 2008Doctors 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.
CIHR Experts Comment On Frosty Health Research: Winter Blues, Winter Fun, Canada
Friday, January 25th, 2008January 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.
Renhuang Pharmaceuticals Announces Breakthrough In Study Of New Form Of Anti-Depression Chinese Medicine: Lyophilized Syringin Powder For Injection
Friday, January 25th, 2008Renhuang 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 […]
Genetic Test To Predict Antidepressant Response
Friday, January 25th, 2008Researchers 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).
Breakthrough Study Links Prostate Cancer, Depression, IBS, Adrenal Fatigue And Allergies To Lead And Mercury Toxic Load In Body
Friday, January 25th, 2008Better Health Publishing, announced the results of a breakthrough study in linking multiple medical conditions to the accumulation of toxic metals in the body.
HIV-Positive People With Depression More Likely To Follow Treatment Regimens When Taking SSRIs, Study Finds
Friday, January 25th, 2008HIV-positive people with clinical depression who take the common antidepressants selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors are more likely to follow their treatment regimens, according to a study published in a recent online edition of the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes, HealthDay News/Washington Post reports.
Study Finds That Smoking Is Linked With Risk Of Suicide
Friday, January 25th, 2008After an in-depth study among young people in Bavaria, German researchers found a clear and alarming link between smoking and the desire to kill oneself. The investigation, published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, is based on data from a detailed psychology study launched in 1995 among 3,021 people aged 14-24 who lived in Munich. […]
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