Depression and stress can cause lapses in proper use of contraception
Washington, November 5 : Women with moderate to severe depression and stress symptoms were less likely to use contraception consistently — that is, use it each time they had sex — compared to women...
View ArticleDark winters `up depression risk`
London, December 19 : Lack of sunshine in our lives means millions risk suffering depression, experts say.Almost half of the working population catches a glimpse of sunlight only at lunchtime, and for...
View ArticleSelf-help books could help tackle depression
London, Jan 19 : Prescribing self-help books to patients with depression could be an effective treatment, a study has found.Patients offered books, plus sessions guiding them in how to use them, had...
View ArticleSelf-help books can help tackle depression
London, Jan 29 : Prescribing self-help books to patients with depression could be an effective treatment, a study has found.Patients offered books, plus sessions guiding them in how to use them, had...
View ArticleWhy adults with depression struggle with parenthood
Washington, Oct 16 - A new study has identified the symptoms of depression that are likely to cause difficulties with parenting, thus shedding light on the link between the two.Although the link...
View ArticleAcupuncture along with anti-depressants helps fight severe depression
London, October 17 : Acupuncture therapy along with anti-depressants helps fight depression more effectively than drugs alone, a new study has found.According to the British study, depression patients...
View ArticleHarrowing moments in life leading cause of anxiety and depression
Washington, Oct. 17 : A new study has found that a person is more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression if he or she has dealt with some traumatic life events.But, how a person deals with such...
View ArticlePeople with migraine problem twice as likely to suffer from depression
Washington, Oct. 18 : The prevalence of depression among those suffering from migraine is nearly twice as high as for those without the disease (men: 8.4 percent vs. 3.4 percent; women 12.4 percent vs....
View ArticleDepression second most leading cause of global disability burden
Washington, Nov 6 - A new study has tried to look into the most recent and comprehensive estimates on how much death and disability is attributable to depression, both world-wide and in individual...
View ArticleHealthy lifestyle changes could help combat depression
Washington, Nov. 11 - New studies have showed that healthy lifestyle choices could have positive impact in depression treatment, the effects of aging, and learning.The experiences and choices people...
View ArticleBrain areas and mechanisms associated with depression and anxiety identified
Washington, Nov 12 - A new study has revealed new mechanisms and areas of the brain associated with anxiety and depression, suggesting possible targets to understand and treat these debilitating mental...
View ArticleProbiotics offer enormous potential for treatment of depression
Washington, Nov 15 - A new study has revealed that probiotics- live bacteria that help maintain a healthy digestive system- when ingested in adequate amounts, offer enormous potential for the treatment...
View ArticleBrutal cold makes post-vacation depression worse
New York, Jan 5 - Ever thought why going to office Monday after a long holiday becomes a daunting task, especially in this bone-chilling cold?Blame it on seasonal affective disorder (SAD).The first...
View Article30 minutes of meditation may help curb anxiety and depression
Washington, Jan. 7 - About 30 minutes of meditation daily could help improve symptoms of anxiety and depression, a new analysis of previously published research has suggested.read more
View Article33 pc girls and 25 pc boys in high schools are depressed: Study
Sydney, March 9 - Researchers have found that one in three girls and a quarter of boys are depressed , with many turning to violence, alcohol and unwanted sex to deal with their problems.The research...
View ArticleSocial groups can help ease depression
Washington, March 20 - Researchers have suggested that building a strong connection to a social group helps clinically depressed patients recover and helps prevent relapse.read more
View ArticleTooth loss associated with depression and anxiety
Washington, March 21 - Researchers have associated tooth loss with depression and anxiety.In the study, researchers examined a potential association of tooth loss with depression and anxiety.The...
View ArticleEarly depression turns men into couch potatoes
Toronto, April 2 - Does your hubby spend most of his leisure time online or in front of the TV set to the extent of ignoring family? The reason may well be depression early on his life, a study...
View ArticleDepression ups heart failure risk by 40 pc
Washington, April 7 : Researchers have said that moderate to severe depression increases the risk of heart failure by 40 per cent.The findings come from a study of nearly 63 000 Norwegians.read more
View Article'Young dads at risk of postpartum depression too'
Washington, April 15 - Researchers have said that young fathers are at an increased risk of depression.Depressive symptoms increased on average by 68 percent over the first five years of fatherhood for...
View ArticleHow depression ups heart disease risk
Sydney, May 12 - A new study has revealed that depression is one of the major risk factors behind heart risk.According to Professor Gavin Lambert, National Health and Medical Research Fellow at the...
View ArticleNew study claims physically fit adolescents' are less depressed
Washington, Aug 8 - A new study has shown that physically fit sixth graders especially girls are less depressed when they reach in seventh grade.read more
View ArticleYoga may rescue you from prenatal depression
Washington, March 12 - If you are suffering from prenatal depression, yoga may be your way out, as a new study suggests that it helps reduce the severity of mood disorder in pregnant women.read more
View ArticleWhen every fourth doctor gets the blues
Washington D. C, Dec 10 - Blame the grueling years of training for a medical career as a new study has found that more than 25 percent of new doctors have signs of depression.That's bad news not just...
View ArticleNow, a device to zap off depression
London, Mar 5 : What if zapping an electric current into ears could help patients with depression? A new study has revealed a gadget that stimulates the brain when anti-depressants don't work.The...
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