How to Beat Insomnia
Tuesday March 30, 2004
Sleep and mood are intimately related. These tips can help you get a good night's sleep, which may help your depression. If you follow them faithfully and still ... Read More
Anxiety Symptoms Quiz
Monday March 29, 2004
Take this quiz to learn whether you have the symptoms of an anxiety disorder. While only a professional can diagnose anxiety disorders, this quiz will familiarize you with some ... Read More
Please Don't Stop Your Medication Without a Doctor's Assistance
Monday March 29, 2004
Since the advisory from the FDA regarding antidepressants and suicidal thoughts I've been hearing from members who are afraid to continue using their antidepressants. I would like to urge ... Read More
FDA Issues Public Health Advisory on Cautions for Use of Antidepressants in Adults and Children
Monday March 22, 2004
On March 22, the FDA issued a public health advisory cautioning that patients should be observed carefully when first beginning antidepressant therapy and when making dosage changes. The FDA ... Read More
How to Stop Procrastinating--Now!
Sunday March 14, 2004
Never do today what you can put off for tomorrow. Better yet, never put off 'til tomorrow what you can avoid altogether! Does this sound like you? These ... Read More
Where's the Chat Room?
Monday March 8, 2004
If you've been away for a few weeks, you may have missed the announcement that About was closing its chat rooms. The Depression chat room has been relocated to ... Read More
Poll: Does Depression Affect Your Ability to Work?
Saturday March 6, 2004
The National Institute of Mental Health has reported that workplace depression costs $44 billion a year, mostly from absenteeism and lowered productivity. Has depression interfered with your ability to ... Read More
Antidepressant Patch May Soon Be Available
Thursday March 4, 2004
Last month Mylan Laboratories announced that they had received an "approvable" letter from the FDA for EMSAM™ (selegiline transdermal system), an antidepressant patch. It has been speculated that this ... Read More
How's Your Thyroid?
Tuesday March 2, 2004
Have you been evaluated for thyroid problems? If you experience such symptoms as sensitivity to cold, weight gain, dry skin and hair, menstrual problems, "brain fog" or changes in ... Read More