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Depression Blog with Nancy Schimelpfening October 2005 Archive

By Nancy Schimelpfening, About.com Guide to Depression since 1998

Members Compare Notes About Lightboxes

Friday October 28, 2005
Which lightboxes are the best? How should they be used? If you use lightboxes for your seasonal depression or would like more information, come share in this thread.

Food Allergies and Depression

Thursday October 20, 2005
Two experts say that our modern diet and accompanying food allergies may be at the root of much depression.

Food and Mood

Thursday October 20, 2005
Does Halloween mean binges on leftover candy to you? Learn what triggers the cravings and what you can do cope.

Have You Had VNS?

Thursday October 13, 2005
Have you had Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) Therapy? Share your experiences on the forum with others who may be considering this therapy. Please include things such as: ... Read More

What Is Vagus Nerve Stimulation?

Wednesday October 12, 2005
Research is increasingly showing a compelling link between depression and epilepsy. In fact, in July of 2005 an epilepsy treatment called Vagus Nerve Stimulation was approved by the FDA ... Read More

Depression, Epilepsy and Suicide Linked

Tuesday October 11, 2005
Columbia University researchers have found that the same brain dysfunction that underlies epilepsy is also found in people at risk for suicide.

What Are The Symptoms of SAD?

Sunday October 9, 2005
Q. What are the symptoms of SAD? A. Millions of people suffer from a biologically based depression during the winter months. Although these people may feel fine or even ... Read More
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