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Depression Research Leads to Promising Discoveries

May 14, 2018 · Susan Jimison Vitek · Depression

Researchers at MGH and elsewhere are hard at work looking for ways to ease the distress experienced by people with major depressive disorder (MDD), and some are reporting impressive preliminary results. Among their achievements, scientists have created the first blood test that can quickly and accurately diagnose MDD, and discovered … Read More

Increase Your Happiness without Antidepressant Medications

Apr 30, 2018 · Susan Jimison Vitek · Depression

Eleven percent of Americans aged 12 years and older take antidepressant medications, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. Most of these antidepressants, including a widely used class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), are designed to reduce anxiety and lift mood by prolonging the effects of … Read More

DASH Diet May Help Lower Depression Risk

Apr 30, 2018 · Jay Roland · Depression

A diet designed to help lower blood pressure to help prevent stroke may also help lower your risk of developing depression, according to a study presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s annual conference earlier this year. While more research is needed, the findings of this study suggest that the … Read More

Depression After Surgery

Apr 30, 2018 · JoAnn Milivojevic · Depression

Feeling depressed can happen after any type of surgical procedure, and many doctors don’t warn patients of the possibility, according to geriatrician Michelle Eslami, MD, UCLA Medical Center. Postsurgical depression can be the result of chronic pain, reactions to pain medications, anesthesia, facing one’s mortality and the physical and emotional … Read More

Ask the Doctor: Switching Therapists; Long-Term Sleep Aid Use; Alzheimer’s Disease

Mar 28, 2018 · UHN · Depression

Q: I have been seeing a therapist for more than two years to deal with depression. I know I’ve made improvements, but I feel like our sessions are getting monotonous and not very productive. Should I move on to a different therapist? A: It’s not uncommon for someone in therapy to feel … Read More

News Briefs: Depression Treatment; Pets’ Effect on Mental Health; Multiple Sclerosis

Mar 28, 2018 · Jay Roland · Depression

Only a Third of People Diagnosed with Depression Actually Start Treatment Only about one-third of people diagnosed with depression actually start their treatment, according to a study published recently in the Journal of General Internal Medicine. Researchers found that in a study of 240,000 Americans who received a diagnosis of … Read More

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Feb 1, 2018 · Jami Cooley, RN, CNWC · Depression

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Feb 1, 2018 · Jami Cooley, RN, CNWC · Depression

Snapshot: Strategy Overview

Feb 1, 2018 · Jami Cooley, RN, CNWC · Depression

Now, finally, let’s summarize all of the strategies into one concise discussion. There are numerous effective natural health options for treating depression. This section will give you a summary snapshot of the key action steps available to you. Key Points ➧ Serious business: Depression is a debilitating disorder that needs … Read More

Strategy #7: Talk Therapy and Healing Options

Feb 1, 2018 · Jami Cooley, RN, CNWC · Depression

A number of additional depression relief strategies are available that have proven to be very helpful. Talk Therapy Talk therapy, also known as psychotherapy, is based on the core idea that talking about the things that are bothering you can help clarify them and put them in perspective. How Can … Read More

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