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Depression Blog with Nancy Schimelpfening November 2009 Archive

By Nancy Schimelpfening, About.com Guide to Depression

Elderly Who Use Psych Meds at Risk for Falls

Monday November 30, 2009
Elderly persons who use psychotropic medications such as antidepressants and sedatives may be at greater risk for falls, according to a report in the November 23, 2009 issue of Archives ... Read More

Postpartum Depression Prevention

Sunday November 29, 2009
After giving birth, about 30% to 80% of women will experience "baby blues," feeling mild depression, weepiness, irritability, fatigue and moodiness. These mood changes occur in response to the hormonal ... Read More

Holiday Support Chat

Wednesday November 25, 2009
Feeling especially blue this time of year? A moderated chat room is open 24/7 at Depression Haven to support you. I know all of the moderators personally and ... Read More

Transcendental Meditation May Reduce Depression, High Blood Pressure Risk

Monday November 23, 2009
Transcendental Meditation may be an effective way to reduce depression, anxiety, blood pressure and anger among college students at risk for high blood pressure, says a new study set to ... Read More

Viagra for Women?

Saturday November 21, 2009
A new drug called flibanserin is being hailed as a potential "Viagra-like drug for women," according to researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine ... Read More

Researchers to Investigate Whether More Sleep Can Help Depressed Teens

Tuesday November 17, 2009
Depression in teens could be reduced, say researchers, by something simple, yet often lacking: a good night's sleep. Teenagers should be getting about nine hours of sleep per night, according ... Read More

National Survivors of Suicide Day

Monday November 16, 2009
On Saturday, November 21, 2009, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will be sponsoring its 11th annual National Survivors of Suicide Day. This event, designed to reach out ... Read More

Women More Likely to Be Depressed After Stroke

Friday November 13, 2009
Women are at somewhat greater risk of suffering from depression following a stroke than are men, according to a new review of the existing medical literature. Brittany Poynter and colleagues from ... Read More

Americans Don't Believe They Know Much About Depression, Says Survey

Thursday November 12, 2009
In a survey conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), respondents reported that they do not believe the know much about depression. ... Read More

Depressed and Pregnant? You May Need a Flu Shot

Monday November 9, 2009
According to Ohio State researchers, pregnant women who are depressed may be more prone to severe flu symptoms if they catch the seasonal flu. The researchers based their conclusions upon 22 ... Read More

Before You Buy a Light Box

Sunday November 8, 2009
There are many products on the market that claim to help Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), but not all meet the recommended requirements. These are the requirements recommended by the Center ... Read More

In Crisis?

Friday November 6, 2009
Are you feeling overwhelmed and are considering suicide, but you're not sure whom you can call on for help? There are numerous agencies and organizations out there who want ... Read More

Psych Meds May Increase Risk of Premature Delivery

Monday November 2, 2009
Women with a history of depression who used psychiatric medications had triple the risk of giving birth to a premature baby, according to a study in the September/October issue of ... Read More
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