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Financial Woes Add Anxiety to Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Low- and middle-income women might benefit from psychosocial support, researchers say
Paxil Blocks Tamoxifen, Lowers Survival Odds Against Breast Cancer
Patients should avoid taking the two drugs together, 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
Migraine, Depression May Have Genetic Link
Study found those who had migraines more likely to suffer depression
Men, Women Respond to Stress Differently
Finding calls for gender-specific treatments for some diseases, researchers say
Antipsychotics Still Widely Used in U.S. Nursing Homes
Off-label use to control behavior seems to be part of the 'culture' at some centers, one study finds
New Approaches Could Bring Better Depression Treatments
Research suggests current meds aren't always reaching correct targets in the brain
Severely Depressed Gain Most from Antidepressants
But that's no reason to avoid meds for more moderate cases, expert says
Most Depressed Adults Going Without Treatment
Mexican Americans most likely to get no treatment or be undertreated, study finds
Lithium Beats Valproate for Long-Term Bipolar Therapy
Combined treatment or monotherapy with lithium helps prevent relapse, study finds
Depressed People Can't Hold Onto Happiness
Novel study found they could feel good, just couldn't sustain positive feelings
Antidepressants May Raise Women's Stroke Risk
But the bump in odds is small and shouldn't worry most users, researcher says
Hardship in Childhood May Affect Long-Term Health
Age-related diseases stem from adverse events in first decade of life, study suggests
Lead Exposure May Affect Mental Health
As levels increase, so does depression, anxiety and panic disorder, study finds
Antidepressants May Change Your Personality
Depressed patients on Paxil became more extraverted and less neurotic, study finds
Teen Internet Addicts More Likely to Self-Harm: Study
These compulsive users also feel depressed or anxious when not online
Fear of Anxiety May Lead to Depression
Some become so worried about what might happen that they develop other symptoms, researchers find
Mental Health News
Beer for the Bones?
Beneficial silicon content varies from brew to brew, study finds
Financial Woes Add Anxiety to Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Low- and middle-income women might benefit from psychosocial support, researchers say
3 Home Habits Help Youngsters Stay Slim
Eating together, limiting TV and getting enough sleep cut risk of obesity, study finds
'Third-Hand Smoke' Could Be Troublesome, Too
Tobacco residue may give rise to new pollutants indoors, chemists suggest
Paxil Blocks Tamoxifen, Lowers Survival Odds Against Breast Cancer
Patients should avoid taking the two drugs together, researchers say
Older Moms More Apt to Have Autistic Child
Dad's age didn't matter unless father was older, mom much younger, study found
Scientists Spot Genes Tied to Aging
Some people are programmed to age at a faster rate, study says
Depression in Pregnancy May Lead to Antisocial Teens
To break unhealthy cycle, some moms-to-be may need special support, researchers say
Kids Born Early in Year More Likely to Be Athletes?
Size advantage in school translates to success on playing field, author says
Dopamine Levels in Brain May Determine Social Status
Having more of it linked to greater social support, researchers say
Super Bowl Stress Can Spark Heart Attacks
Investing too much emotion in the game can kill you, experts say
Wound-Healing Maggots Succumb to Deadly Bacteria
Germs can undermine unorthodox but effective treatment, experts say
Biofeedback Now Seen as 'Regular' Medicine
Computer-assisted treatment has joined mainstream for pain, anxiety and more
Untreated, Mild May Become Major Depression
Early symptoms should not be seen as benign, experts say
'Gene Doping' May Be Next Wave of Sports Tampering
Genetic manipulation may soon become a hard-to-detect way for athletes to cheat, researchers say
Steroids May Be Overrated in Treatment of COPD
But experts disagree over whether to continue using them or not
Internet Addicts More Prone to Depression
It's unclear which comes first, study says
When Counseling Costs, Response Dwindles
Not just patients but doctors, too, lose interest, study finds
Mealtime a Challenge for Some With Autism
Those with the disorder prone to restrictive, obsessive eating habits
Brain Damage Seen in People With Severe Sleep Apnea
Gray matter changes may explain memory and other problems related to disorder, study suggests
Visual Processing Plays Role in Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Brain area related to behavior also affects how patients see themselves, research finds
Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Raises Suicide Risk
Patients' odds for cardiovascular death also go up after they get the news, study finds
Tylenol May Protect Kidneys After Severe Muscle Damage
Treatment prevented organ failure in injured rats, study found
Brain Scans Suggest Some Vegetative Patients May Be Aware
But researchers caution against giving families false hope
Lead Exposure May Contribute to ADHD
Two studies report higher levels in kids with symptoms
General Health News
Scientists Spot Genes Tied to Aging
Some people are programmed to age at a faster rate, study says
Drug Cures Osteoporosis in Mice
Experimental agent targets serotonin in the gut, triggering bone formation
Cleaning Agent Tied to Parkinson's in Study
Trichloroethylene was widely used industrial solvent
Financial Woes Add Anxiety to Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Low- and middle-income women might benefit from psychosocial support, researchers say
Older Stroke Patients Are Getting Better Treatment
More get recommended therapies, study finds
Health Highlights: Feb. 8, 2010
FDA Wants Realistic Serving Sizes on Food Packaging / Exercise Protects Against Painful Gallstones: Study / Medicines Tossed in Trash End Up in Wate
Stem Cell Research Makes Another Advance
Using a new method, scientists reprogram adult cells to develop into myriad cell types
'Third-Hand Smoke' Could Be Troublesome, Too
Tobacco residue may give rise to new pollutants indoors, chemists suggest
Spectators Need to Prepare for Olympic Games, Too
Health experts urge travelers to take steps to prevent illness
As Swine Flu Fades, Experts Ponder Next Season
Some believe H1N1 will persist for years to come, but in what form remains unclear
Screening for Spinal Muscular Atrophy Not Cost-Effective: Study
But testing of high-risk couples could be viable, researchers say
Genome Mapped for Type 2 Diabetes
Finding may further understanding of common diseases, researchers say
Surgeons Suffering Work-Related Injuries
Laparoscopy responsible for 'pending epidemic,' researchers say
Wound-Healing Maggots Succumb to Deadly Bacteria
Germs can undermine unorthodox but effective treatment, experts say
More Doses of MS Drug Raise Risk of Brain Infection
FDA adds new warning on Tysabri label, but says benefits still outweigh dangers
Human Pacemakers Offer Hope to Ailing Dogs
The surgically implanted devices can add years to a hound's life
Health Highlights: Feb. 5, 2010
Drug May Help Men With Bent Penis Disorder / New Rules for School Lunch Program Suppliers / Genes Hamper Efforts to Boost Physical Endurance: Study
Agricultural Chemical Spray Linked to Birth Defect Risk
Infant abdominal hernia rates higher near farms using atrazine, research shows
Health Tip: Getting Cardiac Rehabilitation
Who may need this type of therapy
Biofeedback Now Seen as 'Regular' Medicine
Computer-assisted treatment has joined mainstream for pain, anxiety and more
Government to Pay for More Than Half of U.S. Health Care Costs
Recession is driving laid-off Americans from private to public plans, report notes
Black and Hispanic Infants Much More Likely to Have HIV
Preventive efforts needed to reduce transmission from mother to child, experts say
With C-Section, Stitches May Be Best
More complications noted with staples than sutures, study finds
Review Spotlights Clues to Serious Childhood Infection
Signs may not be recognized because they are rare in developed countries, authors say
Campaign Calls for Limits on Doctors' Hours
Forty groups say typical 30-hour shifts need to be cut to 16 to avoid medical errors
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