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Survey May Help Docs Diagnose Mood Disorders
It identified anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder in most cases, study finds
Shift Work Can Put a Crimp on Sleep
If changing jobs isn't an option, modifying behavior may help, expert says
Psychotherapy Can Help People With Lupus Cope
After 10 sessions, anxiety, depression and stress lessened, researchers say
Gene Variant May Help Some Overcome Adversity
It appears to disconnect the link between stress and death risk, researchers say
Bans on Same-Sex Marriage May Affect Mental Health
Where voters prohibited gays from marrying, psychiatric disorders escalated, researchers find
People With Asthma More Likely to Be Depressed
Study finds rates of psychological distress twice as high in those with airway disease
Obesity and Depression: A Vicious Circle?
Study finds that one encourages the other, but early intervention can help
Happy People More Likely to Try Something New
Familiar things may comfort those feeling blue, but are boring for those in a positive mood, study finds
Antidepressants in Pregnancy May Delay Developmental Milestones
Children exposed in womb slower to sit without support, walk, study finds
Acupuncture May Ease Depression During Pregnancy
In study, response rate almost 20 percent higher with depression-specific acupuncture
Chronic Migraines Take a Greater Toll
Study finds that headache frequency affects finances and overall health
Health Tip: Risk Factors for Postpartum Depression
They make depression after pregnancy more likely
New Diagnostic Guidelines for Mental Illnesses Proposed
Suggested changes include not formally recognizing sex addiction, spotting those at risk for dementia
Strong 'Sweet Tooth' in Kids Tied to Family's Mental Health
Tots with highest 'bliss point' have depression, alcoholism in family, study finds
Paxil Blocks Tamoxifen, Lowers Survival Odds Against Breast Cancer
Patients should avoid taking the two drugs together, researchers say
Financial Woes Add Anxiety to Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Low- and middle-income women might benefit from psychosocial support, researchers say
Depression in Pregnancy May Lead to Antisocial Teens
To break unhealthy cycle, some moms-to-be may need special support, researchers say
Untreated, Mild May Become Major Depression
Early symptoms should not be seen as benign, experts say
Internet Addicts More Prone to Depression
It's unclear which comes first, study says
Genetic Variants in Depressed People Raise Suicide Risk
Certain mutations increase the likelihood nearly fivefold, study finds
Antidepressants After Stroke May Boost Mental Ability
Patients taking Lexapro had better thinking, learning and memory skills after 12 weeks of treatment, researchers report
Workers Fear Stigma of Seeking Mental Health Care
Employers urged to do more to remove barriers to treatment
Antidepressants May Complicate Breast-Feeding
SSRIs appear to delay lactation in new moms, researchers find
Stress, Anxiety Can Up Risk of Depression in Pregnancy
Timely diagnosis will reduce harm to mother and baby, researchers say
Why Antidepressants Don't Work for Everyone
Level of 'autoreceptors' is the key, say researchers working with mice
Mental Health News
Alcoholics' Relapses Better Understood
Brain mechanism could be key, and an existing drug might help, scientists say
Longtime Smokers May Find Protection From Parkinson's
Finding could help unravel mysteries of neurological and motor disease
Cell Transplant May Help Treat Vitiligo
Surgery improved appearance of white patches due to skin disease, doctors say
Survey May Help Docs Diagnose Mood Disorders
It identified anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder in most cases, study finds
Psychotherapy Can Help People With Lupus Cope
After 10 sessions, anxiety, depression and stress lessened, researchers say
Genetic Variant Raises Lung Cancer Risk
It doesn't matter whether you smoke a little or a lot, study finds
Shift Work Can Put a Crimp on Sleep
If changing jobs isn't an option, modifying behavior may help, expert says
Do Liberals, Atheists Have Higher IQs?
Study links intelligence test scores with key beliefs and male monogamy
Doctor's Specialty Often Steers Prostate Cancer Care
Therapy choice is influenced by physicians' preferences, research suggests
Light Drinking Might Help Keep Women Slim
Those who abstain tend to gain the most, study finds, though reasons are unclear
Study Looks At Cost-Effectiveness of ECG in Hyperactive Kids
Analysis compared three strategies for preventing sudden cardiac death from stimulant medication
Gene Variant May Help Some Overcome Adversity
It appears to disconnect the link between stress and death risk, researchers say
Anti-Drinking Ads That Engender Guilt May Not Work
Unintended effect can lead to more, not less, use, study finds
Blacks Less Likely to Abuse Alcohol
But they're more likely to binge drink during pregnancy, researchers find
Alcohol Influences How Memorable Trauma Might Be
Flashbacks less likely among those who drink the most, study finds
Bans on Same-Sex Marriage May Affect Mental Health
Where voters prohibited gays from marrying, psychiatric disorders escalated, researchers find
Can You Talk Your Way to Happy?
Meaningful conversations more fulfilling than small talk, researchers find
Grinding Teeth at Night May Be a Sign of Daytime Stress
Those who do it appear to have difficulty coping in a positive way, researchers say
Freezing Technique May Stop Breast Cancer
Rapid cryoablation kept cancer from spreading in mice, researchers say
People With Asthma More Likely to Be Depressed
Study finds rates of psychological distress twice as high in those with airway disease
As Temperatures Rise, So Do Cocaine Deaths
N.Y. study finds that weather warmer than 75 degrees poses added risks
Radiation Most Effective Soon After Breast Cancer Surgery
Analysis finds greater risk of recurrence in those who delay it
You Can't Exercise Away TV's Toll on the Heart
Heavy screen time in youth means trouble by mid-40s, despite activity levels, study finds
Dental Problems Could Point to Meth Use
The more severe the addiction, the greater the decay, study finds
Glaucoma Begins in Mid-Brain, Not in Eye, Research Shows
Animal study shows degeneration occurring in reverse order than commonly believed
General Health News
Vaccination, Prevention Is Beating Back Hepatitis
Programs seem to be making progress against these viruses, research suggests
Severe Injuries From ATV Accidents on the Rise
Studies found more amputations, spinal injuries among kids who ride them
Scientists Find Key to Hormone-Resistant Prostate Tumors
Discovery in mouse study may someday extend men's lives
H1N1 Flu Spreads Slower Than Seasonal Flu: Study
Data from Texas households confirm that the virus tends to target children
Youth Baseball Injuries Becoming More Common
Stretching, rest can ease elbow, shoulder pain that plagues many young players, studies show
Health Highlights: March 10, 2010
Tasmanian Devil Colony Immune to Deadly Cancer / Cholesterol, Diabetes Drugs at Top of Medicare List / Flavoring Company Knew About Salmonella Presenc
Cell Transplant May Help Treat Vitiligo
Surgery improved appearance of white patches due to skin disease, doctors say
Herpes Infects One in Six in U.S.
Most don't know they have the disease, CDC says, upping risks for transmitting it to others
Most Drug Studies Don't Help Docs Pick Best Treatment
The problem? Available meds ignored in favor of drugs in the pipeline, review finds
Alzheimer's 'Epidemic' Hitting Minorities Hardest
Blacks, Hispanics at much higher risk for the illness, which carries huge price tag, report finds
Doctor's Specialty Often Steers Prostate Cancer Care
Therapy choice is influenced by physicians' preferences, research suggests
Survey May Help Docs Diagnose Mood Disorders
It identified anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder in most cases, study finds
Cost of Junk Food May Influence Consumption
People were less likely to buy pizza, soda when the price went up, study found
Recession May Mean Fewer Nips & Tucks
Breast augmentation, Botox still popular, but plastics surgeons' group cites 2% decline
Kidney Donors Go On to Lead Long, Healthy Lives
Study of more than 80,000 who gave one up shows procedure carries few risks
Health Highlights: March 9, 2010
FDA Panel Gives Blessing to Drug for Rare Lung Disease / Pet Food Recall Expanded / Chewing Gum Could Lead To Wrinkles / Alzheimer's Protein May Be I
Health Tip: Don't Drive Distracted
Pay attention behind the wheel
Kids Who Get Flu Shots Protect the Unvaccinated
Inoculating children can prevent influenza from spreading, experts say
Teamwork Unlikely to Improve Cholesterol Levels
Doctor/pharmacist collaboration made little difference in patient health, study found
Sudden Protein Intake Harmful for Some Hospitalized Patients
Syndrome affects those given dietary supplements after not eating for a while, study finds
Blacks, Hispanics With Heart Failure Less Likely to Use Hospice
Despite increase in services, racial disparities persist, study finds
HIV Hides Out in Bone Marrow Cells
Another secret stash of the virus makes it that much harder to eliminate, scientists say
Health Highlights: March 8, 2010
Vaccine Case Goes to U.S. Supreme Court / Oldest Living American Dies / Healthier Drinks in School Vending Machines / New Technique Reduces Brain Dam
Sleepless Nights Plague America
People of all races say lack of shuteye affects their work, even sex lives
Proteins May Predict Spread of Colon Cancer
Discovery could lead to blood test that would aid prevention efforts, scientist says


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