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DNA decoded: Depression is hereditary

Scientists say they have discovered the first solid evidence that variations in some peoples' genes may cause depression - one of the world's most common and costly mental illnesses. In a rare occurrence in genetic research, a [...]

Posted On : May, 17 2011 | Comments : 0

Depression Not Uncommon During Pregnancy

The results of a review of studies involving more than 19,000 patients suggest that rates of depression during pregnancy are high. This might be especially true during the second and third trimesters. "Current estimates of the pre [...]

Posted On : May, 16 2011 | Comments : 0

Where are today's Steinbecks?

Where are today's Steinbecks?

Read much about the unemployed, lately? Did you even know there was an employment crisis? You'd be forgiven if you didn't. Continue reading the main story  Journalists report the numbers, but what about the individual lives t [...]

Posted On : May, 12 2011 | Comments : 0

Depression causes brain damage

Taipei - Taiwan doctors have found that depression can cause brain damage, so it is necessary for patients to take medication to repair the damage and cure their depression. Doctors at the Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital carried out the [...]

Posted On : May, 09 2011 | Comments : 0

Mel Gibson praised for 'extraordinary' role as Beaver

Jodi Foster says that Mel Gibson has given an "extraordinary performance" in the new film The Beaver, which is about a depressed husband who takes to communicating through a beaver glove puppet. Gibson and Foster became friends [...]

Posted On : May, 07 2011 | Comments : 0

Active kids grow into happier adults

Active kids grow into happier adults

This is the conclusion of a Deakin University study based on self-reported levels of physical activity and depression in 2,152 women and men. Researchers found those reporting low physical activity levels as a child were 35 per cent [...]

Posted On : May, 05 2011 | Comments : 0

Workplace discomfort in dealing with depression

Workplace discomfort in dealing with depression

The survey, by the organisation beyondblue, reveals 40 per cent of Australian professionals feel uncomfortable working closely with someone who has depression. Of the 18,000 people surveyed, engineers were the most likely to stigmati [...]

Posted On : May, 04 2011 | Comments : 0

Genetic risk for major depression found

A study in Germany has identified a gene associated with major depression, a finding that may guide therapeutic strategies for the debilitating mood disorder. The research, published by Cell Press in the journal Neuron, suggests a pr [...]

Posted On : Apr, 28 2011 | Comments : 0

Genetic risk for major depression found

A study in Germany has identified a gene associated with major depression, a finding that may guide therapeutic strategies for the debilitating mood disorder. The research, published by Cell Press in the journal Neuron, suggests a pr [...]

Posted On : Apr, 28 2011 | Comments : 0

Depression reported by 25 percent of caregivers

By comparison, 9 percent of all Americans are estimated to suffer from depression, according to a study released last year by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta. The California-based company Caring.com, a we [...]

Posted On : Apr, 27 2011 | Comments : 0

5 tips to conquer depression naturally

If you answered ""yes"" to any of these questions, then you might be suffering from depression.  Here are some superb tips to conquer the stagnant mood of depression and add more happiness into your daily routine [...]

Posted On : Apr, 25 2011 | Comments : 0

Allergies may increase risk of depression

If you suffer from allergies, you could be at risk of developing more than just itchy eyes and a runny nose. There may be a connection between allergies and your mood. Researchers suggest that people with allergies are at double the risk [...]

Posted On : Apr, 22 2011 | Comments : 0

Catherine Zeta Jones back on film set after depression rehab

The Oscar-winning actress appeared fully-recovered as she appeared on set for filming of the comedy Playing the Field in Shreveport, Louisiana. Wearing black trousers and a silky, low-cut, sleeveless top the 41-year-old seemed in good sp [...]

Posted On : Apr, 21 2011 | Comments : 0

Depression Increases Perception of Arthritis-Related Pain

For older adults experiencing sadness and pain, massage may be an effective, one-for-two solution. About 50 million Americans suffer from some form of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, according to the U.S. Cente [...]

Posted On : Apr, 18 2011 | Comments : 0

 
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