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Postpartum Psychology: Depression, Anxiety, OCD, and Psychosis

September 14th, 2011

Postpartum depression we know. But what about other postpartum psychiatric problems, like anxiety, OCD, and psychosis?……click here to continue reading

Many reluctant to tell docs about depression: study

September 13th, 2011

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Some people with depression symptoms may not tell their family doctor about it — often out of worry they will be placed on an antidepressant, a new study suggests…….click here to continue reading

Many reluctant to tell doctors about depression

September 12th, 2011

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Some people with depression symptoms may not tell their family doctor about their issues, often out of worry they will be placed on an antidepressant, a study said…….click here to continue reading

Nate weakens to tropical depression over Mexico

September 12th, 2011

Nate weakened to a tropical depression Sunday over Mexico’s Gulf coast, where officials opened shelters as a precaution but said the storm was having little impact…….click here to continue reading

Postpartum Depression is More Serious than the “Baby Blues,” from the Harvard Mental Health Letter

September 11th, 2011

Postpartum depression is common and treatable.Boston, MA (PRWEB) September 09, 2011 Welcoming a new baby is a joyful experience for most parents. But about 10% to 15% of mothers, and 10% of fathers, develop postpartum depression after the birth of a child. More than just the “baby blues,” postpartum depression can make people feel sad, hopeless, worthless, or guilty, reports the September 2011 ………click here to continue reading

Dr. Besser’s Twitter Chat: All About Depression

September 10th, 2011

We all have our down days. But down days that seem to linger longer could be a warning sign of depression. This sign and other symptoms can interfere with the ability to work, sleep, eat, and even get involved in once-enjoyed activities. More than 20 million………click here to continue reading

AmeriCorps, today’s Depression-era CCC

September 8th, 2011

Soon after taking office, Franklin Roosevelt boldly proposed the Civilian Conservation Corps as a way to create jobs and hope during the Great Depression. Within three months, not only had Congress acted but 250,000 young men were at work in the woods. The country cheered and the CCC went on to become the most popular program of the New Deal…….click here to continue reading

Depression stronger, Gulf system eyed

September 7th, 2011

Depression #14 in the distant Atlantic could soon become Tropical Storm Maria.  Closer to home, forecasters are keeping a close eye on a strong tropical wave in the Gulf.  Meanwhile, Hurricane Katia has weakened to a Category 1 storm…….click here to continue reading

Depression Lee weakens over US South

September 6th, 2011

The remnants of Lee meandered up the Mississippi River valley on Monday, bringing rain and tornado warnings as it weakened to a tropical depression, forecasters said…….click here to continue reading

Discussing depression and bipolar disorder

September 6th, 2011

Depression is, by definition, a state of abnormally low mood. Typical symptoms include low energy, sleep problems, and loss of interest in formerly pleasurable activities. Bruce Cohen, former president and psychiatrist in chief at McLean Hospital, says that there are many kinds of depression, and “in some ways each depression is a little different.” Bipolar disorder, sometimes called manic ………click here to continue reading