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Depression Blog with Nancy Schimelpfening September 2007 Archive

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

Drew Carey Speaks About His Depression and Suicide Attempts

Wednesday September 26, 2007
In an interview with Access Hollywood's Nancy O'Dell, comedian and new host of The Price Is Right Drew Carey revealed a darker side of himself. “I was depressed for ... Read More

Doctors Often Fail to Spot Suicidal Patients

Tuesday September 25, 2007
A new study indicates that if you are feeling suicidal, it is very important to communicate this with your doctor rather than waiting for him to figure it out because ... Read More

Is Your Child Struggling in College?

Tuesday September 25, 2007
When kids enter college it can be both an exciting and challenging time for them. They have new freedoms as well as new responsibilities. They may become homesick ... Read More

What Is Behavioral Therapy?

Tuesday September 25, 2007
Behavioral therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing and gaining control over unwanted behaviors. It is based upon the principles of classical conditioning developed by Ivan ... Read More

Exercise May Be as Effective as an Antidepressant

Tuesday September 18, 2007
Regular exercise could help depression just as effectively as an antidepressant, says a new study published in the September issue of Psychosomatic Medicine. James A. Blumenthal, a professor of psychology at ... Read More

Are the Media Too Quick to Label Celebrities Depressed?

Tuesday September 18, 2007
When I'm scanning through the news looking for interesting stories about depression, I frequently come upon articles about depressed celebrities. While I think that it is wonderful that celebrities ... Read More

Experts Question Study on Youth Suicide Rates

Friday September 14, 2007
Previously we reported about two studies which found an increase in youth suicide following a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandated warning label regarding the risk of suicidal thoughts ... Read More

Coping With the Anniversary of 9/11

Tuesday September 11, 2007
The anniversary of a tragic loss like the one that occurred on September 11, 2001 can be an especially difficult time for survivors. Our Panic Disorder Guide Cathleen Henning ... Read More

Reports Show Youth Suicide Rates Are Up, Antidepressant Warning Label Blamed

Tuesday September 11, 2007
Two recent reports show significant increases in youth suicide rates between 2003 and 2004, following a steady decline since the early 1990's. The first study, published in the September issue of ... Read More

Depression May Be Most Disabiling Illness

Tuesday September 11, 2007
When compared to other chronic illnesses, depression may be the most disabling of all, says new study. In the study, published in the Sept. 8 issue of The Lancet, Dr. Somnath ... Read More

Can Antidepressants Help Grief?

Tuesday September 11, 2007
Grief and depression go hand-in-hand, with depression being considered a normal part of the grieving process. Generally, it is not necessary to treat someone who is grieving for depression. ... Read More

Depression in Women With Migraine Linked to Childhood Abuse

Tuesday September 4, 2007
A study published in the September 4, 2007 issue of Neurology indicates that childhood abuse is more common in women with migraine and depression than in those with migraine alone. The ... Read More

Are Your Meds Helping or Is It a Placebo Effect?

Tuesday September 4, 2007
According to a study published in the August issue of the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, it can't really be assumed that when a patient relapses it's because their medication stopped ... Read More

Link Found Between Depression and Household Mold

Tuesday September 4, 2007
A groundbreaking study has found a link between damp, moldy homes and depression. The study, led by Brown University epidemiologist Edmond Shenassa, is the largest investigation into the link ... Read More
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