Archive for August, 2008
Monday, August 25th, 2008
In every way, depression is a growing problem. Rates of depression have steadily climbed over the last 50 years and are significantly higher in those born after 1945 than in those born before. In addition, the average age of onset of a first depressive episode is steadily decreasing—it is now ...
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Monday, August 18th, 2008
Sleep disturbances and unipolar depression are such intransigent bedfellows that troubled sleep is considered a hallmark of the mood disorder. At least 80% of depressed people experience insomnia—difficulty falling asleep or, most often, staying asleep. Indeed, early morning awakening is a virtual giveaway of depression. Another 15% of the depressed ...
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Tuesday, August 12th, 2008
Are you anxious or are you depressed? In the world of mental health care, where exact diagnosis dictates treatment, anxiety and depression are regarded as two distinct disorders. But in the world of real people, many suffer from both conditions. In fact, most mood disorders present as a combination of ...
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Wednesday, August 6th, 2008
Antidepressants are commonly used to treat postpartum depression (PPD), usually in combination with counseling and support.
For moderate to severe PPD, experts recommend an antidepressant combined with support and counseling.
Some experts recommend starting an antidepressant for ...
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