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Depression Counselling and Therapy NewsBringing you the latest news and announcements about depression therapy and counselling. Including research and clinical trial details for medications, self-help, support groups and everything relevant to depression for mental health professionals. News is updated at least twice daily. New treatment helps depressionMay 1, 2006Palestine Herald-Press - A treatment first deemed effective in helping patients with epilepsy has now taken a step further in helping those battling long-term chronic depression. This innovative treatment, called Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS), is available right here in ... Early treatment impact difficult to trackMay 1, 2006Science Daily - NEW YORK, May 1 (UPI) -- U.S. researchers say pre-emptive treatment for patients at risk for schizophrenia is more difficult and riskier than they had hoped. Experts say the first long-term trial of early drug treatment, financed by Eli Lilly and the ... Both light therapy and Prozac good for winter blues (Reuters)May 1, 2006NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - For people who suffer from winter depression, the most common type of seasonal affective disorder, bright-light therapy and Prozac are equally effective, Canadian researchers report in the American Journal of Psychiatry. Why we're letting down both the mothers with post-natal depression and the foster carers who look after their babies (icWales)May 1, 2006As many as one in 10 mothers suffers from post-natal depression following the birth of a child. But despite a legal commitment for foster care to be available to help mothers who are struggling to cope, too many are being denied that statutory right. Cyberonics Expects Q4 Sales of $36 MillionMay 1, 2006Genetic Engineering News - HOUSTON , May 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cyberonics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CYBX) today announced revised guidance for the quarter ended April 28, 2006 . Sales for the fourth quarter ended April 28, 2006 are expected to be approximately $36 million ... States screening for postpartum depressionMay 1, 2006Philadelphia Inquirer - NEW YORK - The attention goes to celebrity sufferers, such as Brooke Shields, or to grim cases in which mothers kill their children. But beyond the headlines about postpartum depression, states are making strides in raising awareness of the disorder ... Both light therapy and Prozac good for winter blues (Reuters)May 1, 2006NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - For people who suffer from winter depression, the most common type of seasonal affective disorder, bright-light therapy and Prozac are equally effective, Canadian researchers report in the American Journal of Psychiatry. Tycoon takes on crystal meth (Guardian Unlimited)May 1, 2006A $4.5m campaign has certainly raised awareness, but critics say the hysteria is ill-judged. Depression Screening Campaign, New York (Medical News Today)May 1, 2006In a new public awareness campaign, New Yorkers are encouraged to ask their doctor about a simple test for depression. The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is also visiting over 1500 primary care providers and their clinical staff to encourage them to make depression screening routine and provide them with a screening tool called the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ) Should We Screen People For Depression? (Medical News Today)May 1, 2006Screening for depression is unlikely to be an effective way to improve the mental wellbeing of the population, say researchers in this week's BMJ.Nevertheless, it may soon become health policy in England and Wales as primary care doctors are rewarded for screening under their new contract.Using UK National Screening Committee criteria, the research team scrutinised the rationale and evidence to Britain Must Embrace Psychological Therapy For Mental Health Problems (Medical News Today)May 1, 2006Britain must embrace psychological therapies on a large scale if we are to tackle our mental health problems effectively, argues a leading economist in this week's BMJ.Depression and anxiety disorders cost the UK around ã17bn in lost output. New drug treatments are now available to all, but psychological therapies are not... click link for more info. Both light therapy and Prozac good for winter blues (Reuters.co.uk)May 1, 2006NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - For people who suffer from winter depression, the most common type of seasonal affective disorder, bright-light therapy and Prozac are equally effective, Canadian researchers report in the American Journal of Psychiatry. Depression panel IDs causes, solutionsMay 1, 2006Wisconsin State Journal - Twice as many women as men have been diagnosed with depression in Wisconsin, according to national and state studies. A task force appointed by Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton analyzed why that is and suggested preventive and treatment measures in a report ... Light Therapy and Fluoxetine Comparable for Winter DepressionMay 1, 2006Medscape News - NEW YORK (Reuters Health) May 01 - Aside from some differences in response onset and adverse event rates, light therapy and fluoxetine are equally effective treatments for winter depression, the most common type of seasonal affective disorder ... Prenatal cocaine exposure not linked to bad behavior in kidsMay 1, 2006EurekAlert - GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Toddlers exposed to cocaine before birth exhibit no more behavioral problems than other children their age, despite early predictions that "crack babies" would grow up to be delinquents, University of Florida researchers say ... Britain Must Embrace Psychological Therapy For Mental Health Problems (Medical News Today)May 1, 2006Britain must embrace psychological therapies on a large scale if we are to tackle our mental health problems effectively, argues a leading economist in this week's BMJ.Depression and anxiety disorders cost the UK around ã17bn in lost output. New drug treatments are now available to all, but psychological therapies are not... click link for more info. Why we're letting down both the mothers with post-natal depression and the foster carers who look after their babies (icWales)May 1, 2006As many as one in 10 mothers suffers from post-natal depression following the birth of a child. But despite a legal commitment for foster care to be available to help mothers who are struggling to cope, too many are being denied that statutory right. Both light therapy and Prozac good for winter blues (Reuters.co.uk)May 1, 2006NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - For people who suffer from winter depression, the most common type of seasonal affective disorder, bright-light therapy and Prozac are equally effective, Canadian researchers report in the American Journal of Psychiatry. What should we make of new study?May 1, 2006Hattiesburg American - Such is the conclusion of a study conducted by Public Citizen's Health Research Group that was released last week. In 2005 the Magnolia State had the worst rate nationwide for disciplinary actions per 1,000 licensed physicians (1.62 actions). This ... Why we're letting down both the mothers with post-natal depression and the foster carers who look after their babies (icWales)May 1, 2006As many as one in 10 mothers suffers from post-natal depression following the birth of a child. But despite a legal commitment for foster care to be available to help mothers who are struggling to cope, too many are being denied that statutory right. Depression also affects spouseMay 1, 2006Lebanon Reporter - Editorâs note: Disabilities, a column by Daniel J. Vance, is a new feature in The Lebanon Reporter. Let us know what you think of it by calling us at (765) 482-4650 or e-mailing lebnews@reporter.net. âRichardâ (not his real name) lives in ... Depression is a treatable illnessMay 1, 2006Bowling Green Daily News - Depression is a serious medical condition that involves the body, mood and thoughts. It affects the way a person eats and sleeps, the way one feels about oneself, and the way one thinks about things. A depressive disorder is not the same as having ... Theory links 'winter blues' to out-of-sync sleep cycleMay 1, 2006San Francisco Gate - Spring may offer a big lift to those who suffer from seasonal affective disorder, though a new study supports the idea that the severe "winter blues" may derive largely from an out-of-sync internal clock. In Tuesday's issue of the Proceedings of the ... Depression, Antidepressants and SuicideMay 1, 2006Earthtimes - A study published in the May edition of the American Journal of Psychiatry claims a correlation between taking some of the commonly prescribed antidepressants and higher rates of committing suicide amongst the elder section of population, sometimes ... Getting mind right takes timeMay 1, 2006Cincinnati Enquirer - Why do antidepressant medications take weeks to deliver the good stuff, while they can slap you with side effects right off the bat? The same is true of exercise as a treatment for depression or anxiety. It hurts before it helps, and big benefits ... Some antidepressants raise suicide risk in elderlyMay 1, 2006CTV - TORONTO -- Seniors prescribed antidepressants such as Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft are almost five times more likely to commit suicide during the first month on the drugs than those given other classes of medications to treat depression, a new study ... Australia: Donât worry, be happy: eat seafood (Fishupdate.com)May 1, 200601 May, 2006 - AN organisation working to alert Australians to the health benefits of seafood has welcomed commencement of a study into the role of fish in easing the symptoms of depression. Should We Screen People For Depression?May 1, 2006Medical News Today - Screening for depression is unlikely to be an effective way to improve the mental wellbeing of the population, say researchers in this week's BMJ. Nevertheless, it may soon become health policy in England and Wales as primary care doctors are ... Why we're letting down both the mothers with post-natal depression and the foster carers who look after their babies (icWales)May 1, 2006As many as one in 10 mothers suffers from post-natal depression following the birth of a child. But despite a legal commitment for foster care to be available to help mothers who are struggling to cope, too many are being denied that statutory right. States Screening For Postpartum DepressionMay 1, 2006WUSA - The attention goes to celebrity sufferers, such as Brooke Shields, or to grim cases in which mothers kill their children. But beyond the headlines about postpartum depression, states are making strides in raising awareness of the disorder and ... Depression Screening Campaign, New YorkMay 1, 2006Medical News Today - In a new public awareness campaign, New Yorkers are encouraged to ask their doctor about a simple test for depression . The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is also visiting over 1500 primary care providers and their ... MINDS & MONEYMay 1, 2006Home News Tribune - Ocean Township resident Jay Yudof lives with adult attention deficit disorder at home and at work. Sometimes he has a hard time concentrating, which can make it difficult to meet deadlines. "In my case, it is the boring tasks that can get pushed off ... If you want to goMay 1, 2006Idaho Statesman - Shannon Davis-Jones knows there are parents in the Treasure Valley who are seeking answers on how to help teenagers struggling with substance abuse and depression, but don't know where to look. Davis-Jones understands because she was dealing with ... Health HappeningsMay 1, 2006Connellsville Daily Courier - Osteoporosis is the focus of a weekly program at Magee-Womens Hospital, Pittsburgh. "Maintaining Healthy Bones" will be offered 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, this week through May 23, in the Zero Level conference room at the hospital. Sessions are "Standing ... By Randy Lewis, Times Staff WriterMay 1, 2006Los Angeles Times - NEW ORLEANS â Sometime, somewhere, a more dramatic and exhilarating confluence of music with moment may have existed than Bruce Springsteen's appearance tonight at the 37th annual Jazz & Heritage Festival here. But in nearly 40 years of concert ... Athlete rises from devastating fallMay 1, 2006Daytona Beach News-Journal - PORT ORANGE -- While dirt biking through creek beds in the mountainous terrain of Utah three years ago, Scott Rimmer broke his neck and became a quadriplegic. At that very moment the Spruce Creek High School and Florida State University graduate ... By NOELLE STRAUBMay 1, 2006Caspar Star-Tribune - WASHINGTON -- Sitting on the shady banks of the Potomac River after a fishing outing, 1st Lt. Eivind Forseth recalled the dark, angry days after he was injured in Iraq last January. Back then, he was worried that the wounds had robbed him of a ... Health fair booths offer screenings plus latest medical informationMay 1, 2006Rapid City Journal - RAPID CITY -- People attending the 24th annual Black Hills Area Health & Human Services Fair on Saturday, April 29, can expect to see the usual medical items that are used to test for high blood pressure, screen for diabetes and check cholesterol ... School Concurrency Awareness CampaignMay 1, 2006Alachua Post - Imagine constantly feeling hopelessly stressed out, stuck on a rollercoaster of emotional extremes. This is the life for the more than 2 million Americans who suffer from bipolar disorder. The symptoms are often misdiagnosed and victims are often ... Proper diagnosis of adult ADHD can help adults compensate -- finally ...May 1, 2006Memphis Commercial Appeal - That's how an Olive Branch woman explained why it is a struggle to complete her Saturday morning housecleaning. "I'll need to clean the kitchen, sink, tub and vacuum. But I'll jump from one task to the next and then I'll realize I haven't finished ... Life can be more strange than fictionMay 1, 2006Citrus County Chronicle Online - Sonny Kramer and Linda Wakemanâs story began in 1982. Their lives crossed in Conroe, Texas, a small town on the outskirts of Houston, Texas. Kramer was working on a development, overseeing the construction of townhouses. Wakeman was visiting her ... Golden years, Golden ArchesMay 1, 2006Tacoma News Tribune - The big boss, Ronald McDonald, watches as Verna Wagner, 92, sanitizes trays at the McDonaldâs on South 38th Street in Tacoma. Wagner retired from the Washington State Department of Ecology at age 70, but at 75, she felt the need to work again. She ... Why we're letting down both the mothers with post-natal depression and the foster carers who look after their babies (icWales)May 1, 2006As many as one in 10 mothers suffers from post-natal depression following the birth of a child. But despite a legal commitment for foster care to be available to help mothers who are struggling to cope, too many are being denied that statutory right. Britain Must Embrace Psychological Therapy For Mental Health ProblemsMay 1, 2006Medical News Today - Britain must embrace psychological therapies on a large scale if we are to tackle our mental health problems effectively, argues a leading economist in this week's BMJ. Depression and anxiety disorders cost the UK around £17bn in lost output. New ... Treatment for anxiety attack is first step to a healthier youMay 1, 2006Evansville Courier-Press - Mike Braunwart's introduction to anxiety was abrupt and disturbing. It happened in February when he was sitting at his desk at work. The 30-year-old Evansville resident said either his heart skipped a beat or he had a muscle spasm in his chest that ... Bruce Leads the RevivalMay 1, 2006LA Times - NEW ORLEANS -- Sometime, somewhere, a more dramatic and exhilarating confluence of music with moment may have existed than Bruce Springsteen's appearance tonight at the 37th annual Jazz & Heritage Festival here. But in nearly 40 years of concert ... Stiffing veteransMay 1, 2006Salon - May 1, 2006 | On the eve of his Marine unit's assault on Fallujah, Iraq, in November 2004, Blake Miller read to his men from the Bible (John 14:2-3): "In my father's house, there are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I leave ... Why we're letting down both the mothers with post-natal depression and the foster carers who look after their babies (icWales)May 1, 2006As many as one in 10 mothers suffers from post-natal depression following the birth of a child. But despite a legal commitment for foster care to be available to help mothers who are struggling to cope, too many are being denied that statutory right.
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