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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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