Sunday, November 8, 2009

mental health

New Smells 'Etched' in Brain: Study

Findings might play a role in boosting memories -- or forgetting them, researchers say more >>

Chronically Depressed? What to Do When Antidepressants Don't Work

The range of options includes cognitive behavioral therapy and brain stimulation techniques like ECT. more >>

Portrait of Fort Hood Shooting Suspect Emerges

The alleged shooter worked at Walter Reed for six years, received counseling as a psychiatry intern. more >>

Health Buzz: Statins May Prevent Flu Deaths and Other Health News

Also: Should parental alienation be a mental health disorder? And 10 ways to get better sleep more >>

Parental Alienation: A Mental Diagnosis?

Some experts say the extreme hatred some kids feel toward a parent in a divorce is a mental illness. more >>

Let Kids Sleep Late on Weekends to Fight Fat: Study

Too little shuteye contributes to obesity, researchers say more >>

For Tourette Syndrome, Implanted Device May Help

Deep brain stimulation reduced tics in small study more >>

Depression Often Goes Untreated in Working Moms

Health insurance, employee assistance could help mothers get treatment, researchers say more >>

Constant Light Linked to Symptoms of Depression

Unnatural light cycles could have health consequences, study finds more >>

Brain Protein Tied to Retardation

Growth factor could help cells communicate with each other, researchers say more >>

Suicidal Thoughts May Vary by Antidepressant

Men face higher risk when taking nortriptyline than escitalopram, study finds more >>

Green Spaces Boost the Body and the Mind

Study finds measurable health benefits for those with easy access to nature more >>

Recession Adds to Ranks of Americans With Depression

Being unemployed or underemployed puts mental health at risk, survey finds more >>

Hairstylists Often Privy to Older Clients' Health Issues

Some see chance to steer them towards local elder services, report suggests more >>

Smoking in Pregnancy Linked to Psychotic Symptoms in Kids

Study also connects heavy alcohol use to psychiatric disturbances more >>

Could the Recession Be Good for Your Health?

Life expectancy rose during the Great Depression, study shows more >>

Many Kids Suffer Medication Side Effects: Study

Adverse drug reactions cause more than half a million outpatient visits a year, researchers find more >>

Spider Venom -- The Next Way to Treat Impotence?

Toxin from the deadly Brazilian wandering spider may improve erections, researchers say more >>

Tired, Stressed Docs Make More Mistakes, Study Finds

Experts urge changes throughout medicine to reduce fatigue and distress more >>

Suicides Higher in Rural Areas With Bars

Whether action stems from access to alcohol or feelings of isolation remains unclear more >>

Rates of Common Mental Disorders Double Up

Depression, anxiety and substance abuse may affect many more people than previously thought. more >>

8.3 Million U.S. Adults Considered Suicide Last Year

National survey also found younger adults at higher risk more >>

Anxious Kids at Risk for Obesity in Adulthood

Treating emotional problems early could improve long-term health, researchers say more >>

Very Small Head Size Could Signal Problems in Newborns

Early screening urged for detection of epilepsy and other health issues, experts say more >>

Depression May Hasten Cancer Death

Psychological screenings and treatment are warranted: study more >>

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