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Postpartum Depression Affects 1 In 7 Mothers

It's well documented that some women suffer depression after having a baby. But it's less well-known just how many do. The largest study to date shows that as many as 1 in every 7 women suffers postpartum depression. And the study [...]

Posted On : Mar, 14 2013 | Comments : 0

Treating Depression May Boost Vaccine Response

Older patients with untreated major depressive disorder (MDD) may have lower cell-mediated immunity (CMI), which in turn may influence their response to the vaccine for herpes zoster, new research suggests. A randomized cohort study of [...]

Posted On : Feb, 15 2013 | Comments : 0

Postnatal depression affects men and women

THIS week is Postnatal Depression Awareness Week. How much do you know about the illness affecting your friends, neighbours and family? Do I have postnatal depression? The arrival of a new baby is usually a happy event but it can [...]

Posted On : Nov, 22 2012 | Comments : 0

Potential target for treating depression identified

SCIENTISTS have found a novel molecular mechanism responsible for the most important symptom of major depression: anhedonia, the loss of the ability to experience pleasure. While the Stanford University School of Medicine study was conduc [...]

Posted On : Jul, 19 2012 | Comments : 0

Preemies at Greater Risk for Future Bipolar, Depression, Psy...

Babies born prematurely are at a much greater risk for developing severe mental disorders including psychosis, bipolar disorder and depression, according to a new study. Researchers found that individuals born very prematurely (less than [...]

Posted On : Jun, 04 2012 | Comments : 0

Dealing with postpartum depression

The birth of a baby is usually a joyful time. However, one in eight women will suffer from postpartum depression. Instead of feeling elated about their new family member, they may feel depressed, anxious, irritable, worried and withdrawn. [...]

Posted On : May, 28 2012 | Comments : 0

Blood test could predict postnatal depression

LONDON: Women who have inherited specific genetic variants may be at increased risk for postnatal depression, according to research presented at a conference in Italy this week. If confirmed, the investigators hope that their finding will [...]

Posted On : May, 14 2012 | Comments : 0

Post-wedding depression

With the summer wedding season now over, many brides are finding life after the big day a big let down as they struggle with feelings of sadness, frustration and even postnuptial depression. A look at online wedding forums reveals many br [...]

Posted On : Apr, 13 2012 | Comments : 0

Postpartum Depression Linked to Higher Health Care Costs

A mom who suffers from depression after giving birth — called postpartum depression — is also likely to incur higher health care costs than a mom who doesn’t suffer from such depression. This finding is according to a [...]

Posted On : Apr, 11 2012 | Comments : 0

Depression – Postpartum Depression Residential Treatment Tra...

In recent years the importance of recognizing postpartum depression has become an importance health care issue among all health care workers. The postpartum depression residential treatment training is aimed to identify the signs and symp [...]

Posted On : Mar, 16 2012 | Comments : 0

Targacept depression drug disappoints again

A drug being developed by Targacept and AstraZeneca to fight major depressive disorder failed to meet its goal in a second Phase 3 clinical trial, according to an announcement. The drug, known as TC-5214, performed well [...]

Posted On : Dec, 22 2011 | Comments : 0

How people respond while suffering from various anxiety diso...

Anxiety disorders are commonly seen around us in the present age. The hectic life schedules and stiff competition has led us to a situation where everybody goes through this feeling, some or the other time. A moderate level of anxiety is [...]

Posted On : Nov, 05 2011 | Comments : 0

Recurrent Depression Linked to Poor Resiliency, Smoking

A new Canadian study discovers that previous depression, daily smoking and a lack of control over life circumstances are risk factors for repeat episodes of depression. Depression is a common disorder and can be associated with weight and [...]

Posted On : Oct, 26 2011 | Comments : 0

Anxiety over mixing young prison population

An independent monitoring board found that, despite the pressure of budget cuts, improvements had been made at Warren Hill juvenile prison since rioting inmates caused more than £200,000 of damage last November. Ministerially app [...]