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Anxiety / Depression (May 2007, Week Vol. 17)

“depression treatments” - Depression Therapy By Phone May Be Helpful
May-01-2007
Depression Therapy By Phone May Be HelpfulCBS News - Participants who got 10 to 12 phone therapy sessions over a year, in addition to standard depression care, showed a greater improvement in depression symptoms. (WebMD) Getting depression therapy by phone may have lasting benefits, a new study shows
Depression linked to diabetes
May-02-2007
A study reveals elderly people suffering from depression are 60 percent more likely to develop diabetes than those who are unaffected. A study looked at effects not only of single bouts of depression but also chronic depression and depression that worsened over time. It found an increased risk for diabetes in each of those scenarios [...]
Depression and Diabetes - A Bad Duo .
May-05-2007
Depression and Diabetes - A Bad Duo .Why does depression cause diabetes? The diabetes disease can be brought on by depression. Cortisol, a stress hormone can increase if you get depressed. This hormone can reduce insulin sensitivity…Thu, 03 May 2007 23:09:57 EDT
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Schizophrenia And Depression Symptoms In Mice Caused By Gene Malfunctions
May-03-2007
Researchers have demonstrated for the first time that malfunction of a gene that had been associated with schizophrenia and depression does indeed cause symptoms of those disorders. They said their findings in mice offer a possible animal model for developing treatments for schizophrenia and depression. Also, they said their findings support the theory that the [...]
Walkable neighborhood tied to depression risk - Yahoo! News
May-04-2007
Living in a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood may help shield older men from depression, a new study suggests. Researchers found that among 740 older adults living in the Seattle area, men who lived in more walkable neighborhoods tended to show fewer depression symptoms than men from less walker-friendly areas. The findings, published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society, [...]
Free anxiety clinic at McMaster
May-05-2007

Each year more than 23 million North Americans suffer from anxiety disorders. These individuals experience a variety of symptoms, which can include spontaneous panic attacks, anxiety in social situations, ...

Unexplainable Aches and Pains may be Signs of an Anxiety or Depressive Illness
May-01-2007

"Anxiety and depressive illnesses are serious public health concerns. They greatly impair the individuals that suffer with them, as well as the lives of their family and friends"

Author: Freedom From Fear Last Updated: May 1, 2007 - 7:10:51 PM Unexplainable Aches and Pains may be Signs of an Anxiety or Depressive Illness By Freedom From Fear May 1, 2007 - 7:04:55 PM Unexplainable Aches ...

“depression drugs” - Sexual problems overview
May-01-2007
Sexual problems overviewHealthCentral.com - Drugs, such as alcohol, nicotine, narcotics, stimulants, antihypertensives (medicines that lower blood pressure), antihistamines, and some psychotherapeutic (drugs that treat psychological problems such as depression) drugs Injuries to the back An For kids, depression drugs helpLos Angeles Times - Authors of a new comprehensive analysis of antidepressants for children and [...]
Monthly therapy keeps depression at bay for some
May-02-2007
Women who recover from depression with the help of psychotherapy alone can stay well for as long as two years with monthly “maintenance” therapy, a new study shows. “Once people are well, that’s probably all they need to keep well,” Dr. Ellen Frank of the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic in Pittsburgh, the study’s lead author, [...]
Psychotherapy Prevents Relapse Of Depression In Many Women
May-03-2007
Most women with recurrent depression may be able to prevent subsequent depressive episodes with monthly maintenance interpersonal psychotherapy, say researchers.
Relation of Cortisol Levels and Bone Mineral Density Among Premenopausal Women With Major Depression
May-04-2007
Depression may increase patients' risk for osteoporosis. The current study compares bone mineral density and markers of bone turnover in depressed women vs control patients. (CME)
Maintenance Interpersonal Psychotherapy Helps Women With Recurrent Depression
May-02-2007
A randomized trial showed that women with recurrent depression who did not need pharmacotherapy had positive results from this intervention, even if only once monthly. (CME)
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Depression May Be Early Sign of Parkinson's Disease
May-02-2007

"We think this is not actually the medication that is causing Parkinson's disease. Instead, we think people who are going to get Parkinson's disease get depression first"

In some cases, can be an early manifestation of Parkinson's disease, new research suggests.

What's Up in the Albemarle 05/06
May-05-2007

"Treasure Point 4-H Camp Re-building fund"

Depression support group to meet. A Depression Support Group will meet at St. Katharine Drexel Church in Maple Monday from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 435-2409. Camden commissioners to meet.

What's Up in the Albemarle 05/06
May-05-2007

"Treasure Point 4-H Camp Re-building fund"

Depression support group to meet. A Depression Support Group will meet at St. Katharine Drexel Church in Monday from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 435-2409. Camden commissioners to meet.

Types of anxiety disorders
May-01-2007

"This is where a person is constantly worried, thinking about every little thing and imagining the worst that could happen and then getting anxious about it"

People with GAD have excessive anxiety and worry all the time for no real reason.

Migraines Can Signal Psychiatric Woes in Returning Iraq Vets
May-03-2007

"In fact, I published an article way back in 1967 on headaches and depression"

Almost one in every five U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq is being diagnosed with , and this group has nearly double the risk for depression , post-traumatic stress disorder and other psychiatric ...

Breastfeeding helps prevent depression
May-02-2007

"Breastfeeding protects maternal mood by lowering stress. When stress levels are lower, the mother's inflammatory response system will not be activated, thereby lowering her risk of depression"

DURHAM, N.H., May 2 Breastfeeding and omega-3 fatty acids help prevent in new mothers, but only if breastfeeding is going well, a U.S. study has found.

Strength for Caring Helps Caregivers Get Better Sleep and Reduce Anxiety During National Better Sleep Month
May-01-2007
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Four-year-old children in Capital depressed, finds charity
May-03-2007
CHILDREN as young as four in Edinburgh are showing signs of depression, a charity which provides emotional support for youngsters has claimed.
Children as young as four showing signs of depression, claims charity
May-02-2007
A GROWING number of primary-school children in Scotland are troubled and unhappy, it was claimed yesterday.
Indiana University Seeks Panic Attack Patients
May-04-2007

The Indiana University Adult Anxiety Disorders Clinic seeks participants for a clinical treatment study of medications for panic attacks.

Lets save Brad - AND the enviroment!
May-01-2007

Sometimes the worry and panic over the whole matter blankets me with anxiety I haven't felt since Brad Pitt left Jennifer Aniston.

Scaredy-cat comedian tip-toes into town
May-05-2007

Butch Bradley, 33, is a comedian with manic energy mixed with a bit of anxiety and a dash of panic.

Pramipexole for bipolar II depression: a placebo-controlled proof of concept study
May-02-2007

Abstract Background The original serotonergic and noradrenergic hypotheses do not fully account for the neurobiology of or mechanism of action of effective antidepressants.

Curry Automotive expands in the region
May-02-2007

"The biggest asset that you have is your reputation"

For Bernard F. Curry III, selling cars is a family legacy that predates the Great Depression.