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(CBS News) August 26, 2009
Kennedy, who was the youngest son of the fabled political family, and brother to President John F. Kennedy, had been diagnosed with malignant glioma--an aggressive form of brain cancer.
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(Daily News) August 25, 2009
Patients at the reStart facility are taught lessons in social skills and reading body language as they go "cold turkey" off technology, including the Internet and gaming.
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(HealthScout) August 24, 2009
Online therapy with doctors and patients connecting in real time can be effective, which may open the door for thousands of patients to get help, experts say.
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(CNN) August 24, 2009
Natural remedies such as St. John's wort and fish oil can cause harm if taken in the wrong doses or in conjunction with other drugs, experts say.
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(HealthScout) August 18, 2009
Researchers have found that nearly one-third of children of U.S. Army deployed soldiers are at a high risk of suffering psychological problems, primarily due to the stress they endure from the parent who has remained at home.
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(HealthScout) August 17, 2009
New research published in the journal BMC Psychiatry has found that gays, lesbians, and bisexuals are more than twice as likely to seek treatment for substance abuse or mental health problems than heterosexuals.
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(NPR) August 17, 2009
A new Web site called Patient Central is trying to help people choose their doctor by giving patients surveys about their experiences with physicians and then posting the results.
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(New York Times) August 11, 2009
The American Psychological Association has passed a resolution declaring that mental health professionals should not tell gay clients that they can become straight through therapy or other treatments.
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(Reuters) August 10, 2009
The White House considers healthcare reform to be vital to a U.S. economic recovery and wants the legislation approved by the end of the year.
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(Reuters Health) August 10, 2009
According to new research, repeating phrases such as "I am a lovable person" or other self-affirmations can backfire for people who need self-esteem boosts the most.
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(HealthScout) August 10, 2009
The rate at which Americans are spending money on mental health care is rising faster than their spending on any other kind of health care, a new government report has found.
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(HealthScout) August 5, 2009
New research suggests that the young veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars who have mental health problems such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression are also at higher risk for having heart disease risk factors.
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(HealthScout) August 5, 2009
According to a new study, people who were directly exposed to the attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 continued to report new symptoms of post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) up to six years after the event.
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(New York Times) August 3, 2009
Experts are concerned that posting images and interpretations from the Rorscach test could affect the accuracy of its use with patients.
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(HealthScout) August 3, 2009
Statistics suggest that one in every 14 fifth-graders has experienced homelessness at some point in his or her life, and this boosts the risk of mental health problems.
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(HealthScout) August 3, 2009
Results from a new study show that five out of six Americans have a positive view of psychiatric medications.
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(Wall Street Journal) August 1, 2009
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has approved a sweeping bill designed to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, clearing the way for a vote by the full House in the fall.
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(Popular Science) July 30, 2009
The only side effect, researchers found, was that the mice also turned blue temporarily.
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(NPR) July 27, 2009
Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system.
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(CNN) July 27, 2009
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight.
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(CNN) July 23, 2009
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says there will be no vote on healthcare reform before Congress takes its August break, a move that would go against President Obama's announced timetable for its vote.
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(HealthScout) July 20, 2009
According to new research, the current U.S. economic conditions are causing a great deal of stress for Americans, and this stress is causing them to gain weight, especially is they were overweight already.
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(HealthScout) July 20, 2009
According to a new study, more than 40 percent of the U.S. soldiers returning from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars seen at VA hospitals suffer from mental health problems.
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(Reuters) July 16, 2009
The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging approval for healthcare overhaul legislation currently moving through committees in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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(Forbes) July 15, 2009
Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives want to define health care as a right and a responsibility for all Americans.
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(Science Daily) July 12, 2009
People who experience positive emotions may be building their resistance to hard times, researchers say.
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(ABC News) July 12, 2009
Cursing after you feel pain may help you bear it more, a small study of college students suggests.
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(CNN Money) July 12, 2009
Unemployment rates are climbing and medical bills are mounting, forcing many American to pay their medical bills with credit cards.
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(HealthScout) July 10, 2009
New Zealand researchers say looking at a person's family history reveals not only his or her risk for psychiatric disorders, but also the likely course of these conditions.
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(HealthScout) July 7, 2009
People who are anxious find it harder to tune out distractions and take longer to shift their attention from one task to another, British researchers report.
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(HealthScout) July 7, 2009
Trying to help children who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) may do more harm than good, University of Florida researchers say, because it might strengthen the child's desire to repeat the behavior.
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(BBC) July 7, 2009
Researchers say a simple supplement may help treat a compulsive disorder called trichotillomania that causes sufferers to tear out their hair, eyebrows, and eyelashes, sometimes the point of baldness.
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(HealthDay News) July 6, 2009
Investigators say their research may shed light on the ways people make value judgments about other people and come to their opinions of "first impressions."
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(Quality Health) July 5, 2009
Teen girls who engage in self-cutting are more prone to mental disorders such as major depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders, according to a new study.
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(CNN) July 2, 2009
Officials say 70 percent of fireworks-related accidents happen between June 20th and July 20th every year, with the largest number of people injured by the devices falling into the 14- to 17-year-old age group.
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(Kaiser Health News) July 2, 2009
According to Kaiser Health News, the hospital industry is about to agree to accept federal funding cuts of $150 billion to $170 billion over the next decade to help pay for efforts to reform the national healthcare system.
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(Kaiser Health News) June 30, 2009
The Associated Press is reporting that the nation's largest private employer, Wal-Mart, has announced that it supports an employer health insurance mandate.
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(HealthScout) June 30, 2009
Depression and anxiety appear to boost the risk of angina and death due to heart-related problems, two new studies suggest.
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(HealthScout) June 30, 2009
New research published in the journal Pediatrics has found that 15 percent of teenagers think they'll die before age 35, and this belief is linked strongly with risky behavior among these young people.
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(HealthScout) June 29, 2009
Psychologists explain how the practice of worshiping larger-than-life figures like Michael Jackson got its start.
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(The Doctor's Channel.com) June 29, 2009
In this video, a doctor discusses a new Danish study that found a particular link between psychiatric symptoms and malignant cancers.
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(CNN) June 29, 2009
The average total wait time in an emergency room in the United States is four hours and three minutes, but experts say there are ways you can cut down your wait.
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(ABC News) June 24, 2009
Patients are full of complaints about their doctors, but many doctors feel the same way about some of their patients.
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(HealthScout) June 23, 2009
According to a new study, patients who have routine blood tests done by their primary care physician often are never informed about the results.
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(HealthScout) June 22, 2009
In a finding that researchers admit "goes against the grain," a new study suggests that veterans who repress traumatic memories rather than unearthing them may not be plagued by shortened lives and poor health.
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(Los Angeles Times) June 22, 2009
U.S. drugmakers have agreed to pay out $80 million in discounts to seniors over the next decade in an effort to help pay for President Obama's healthcare reform plan.
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(New York Times) June 18, 2009
According to experts, borderline personality disorder is a poorly understood yet common mood disorder that is often misread by the friends and family of sufferers.
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(CNN) June 18, 2009
A health reporter answers some of the most commonly asked questions about healthcare reform to help you understand this process as it moves through Congress.
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(Kaiser Health News) June 17, 2009
Despite calls to stop the practice, executives from the insurance industry's top three insurers--UnitedHealth Group, Wellpoint, and Assurant--say they will continue to cancel the insurance policies of some sick patients.
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(CNN) June 16, 2009
People in a new study who were taught "mindfulness" techniques such a yoga poses, breathing exercises, meditation, and stretches were able to reduce their stress levels more than those who were not taught the techniques.
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(PsychCentral) June 16, 2009
A health reporter has compiled a list of the 12 most annoying habits of therapists, some of which can actually work to undermine the therapeutic process.
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(CNN) June 15, 2009
President Obama told members of the American Medical Association (AMA) that imposing limits on medical malpractice lawsuits may be a "necessary part" of healthcare reform.
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(HealthScout) June 15, 2009
According to a new study, many women appear to lack the resources or time to participate in a clinical trial.
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(HealthDay News) June 12, 2009
Flushing expired or unused prescription medications may seem like a safe and easy way to dispose of them, but health experts say this practice harms the environment.
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(HealthScout) June 12, 2009
According to a new report from the National Research Council and the Institute of Medicine, healthcare and social service providers need to pay more attention to the impact of parents' depression on their children.
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(Daily Mail) June 12, 2009
Japanese scientists have found that stress really does give you gray hair--but the good news is that it also may offer some protection from cancer.
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(New York Times) June 10, 2009
Is it simply in our nature as human beings to overreact to threats that we can't control, or do we somehow like to be afraid?
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(HealthDay News) June 10, 2009
Researchers say the shared genetic effects of insomnia, depression, and anxiety suggest that these disorders are linked, and they say teens who suffer from one of the mental health conditions should also be screened for insomnia.
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(HealthScout) June 10, 2009
People who are experiencing severe nightmares may be at higher risk for suicide, a new study has found.
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(HealthDay News) June 9, 2009
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers not to use Clarcon skin sanitizers and skin protectants because they may be contaminated with a bacteria that could make users sick.
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(HealthScout) June 8, 2009
Witnessing a violent relationship may lead to poor mental health in children, a new study suggests.
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(CNN) June 8, 2009
A health reporter gives fives ways you can know if a medical discount or insurance plan is a scam.
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(CNN) June 1, 2009
Soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division were essentially ordered not to commit suicide after Ft. Campbell in Kentucky suffered an additional two suicides in the past week.
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(Associated Press) June 1, 2009
According to a new study, there has been a consistent drop in the number of Americans--particularly children--diagnoses with depression since the FDA issued its first warning about the risks of antidepressant medications.
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(CNN) June 1, 2009
Experts offer insights on what makes a person suddenly turn to violence, giving information on conditions that can predispose someone to violence and warning signs that someone may be near the edge.
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(ABC News) June 1, 2009
A reporter reviews eight medical conditions that are often met with skepticism from the general public, including post-traumatic embitterment disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, and sibling rivalry disorder.
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(CNN) May 28, 2009
Who has the right to make decisions about a child's medical needs--the parents, the doctors, or the courts?
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(HealthScout) May 26, 2009
Researchers say this so-called "love hormone" may help couples in therapy better deal with conflicts.
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(HealthScout) May 26, 2009
Many people think money, good looks, and fame will bring them happiness, but a new study suggests that may not be the case.
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(HealthScout) May 26, 2009
The overuse of day care, and insensitive moms are linked to higher stress levels in adolescence, a new study has found.
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(HealthScout) May 26, 2009
According to a new British survey, some women deal with financial worry by actually overspending to try to cheer themselves up.
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(CNN) May 21, 2009
Most new college graduates say they're ready for the "real world." But are they ready for the world of health insurance?
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(CNN) May 18, 2009
A health reporter gives five tips for getting health insurance coverage if you have a pre-existing medical condition, including using COBRA, finding assistance through your state, and becoming a "group of one."
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(HealthScout) May 18, 2009
But researchers caution that it is not clear whether the drugs were the direct cause of the problem, since those who take psychiatric drugs could also have other medical issues that contribute to the higher death rate.
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(CNN) May 18, 2009
According to a new government report, women are nearly twice as likely as men to suffer from major depression, three times more likely to attempt suicide, and two to three times more likely to experience anxiety disorders than men.
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(HealthScout) May 18, 2009
According to a new study, a half a glass of wine or other alcohol beverage each day boosts men's life expectancy by five years.
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(HealthScout) May 14, 2009
According to new research cognitive behavior therapy may help older adults ease their worries more than standard care does.
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(HealthScout) May 12, 2009
Older adults who are able to read, understand, and use health and medical information are happier, new research suggests.
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(United Press International) May 11, 2009
According to a new government report, women are nearly twice as likely as men to suffer from major depression, three times more likely to attempt suicide, and two to three times more likely to experience anxiety disorders than men.
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(HealthScout) May 11, 2009
Researchers have found psychotic symptoms in preteens who'd been tormented by bullying.
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(HealthScout) May 11, 2009
A new study involving mice has found that animals that crave alcohol are more likely to choose quick rewards.
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(Reuters) May 5, 2009
According to new research, 73 percent more adults and 50 percent more children in the United States are using drugs to treat mental illness than in 1996.
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(HealthScout) May 3, 2009
According to a new poll, more than half of U.S. adults surveyed believe the federal agency is falling behind in safeguarding food, drugs.
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(Health.com) April 30, 2009
A health reporter talks to people who suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), an anxiety disorder that can cause them to repeat rituals or habits to the point that they interfere with their daily lives.
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(CNN) April 29, 2009
Addiction experts say more and more women are seeking help for Internet addiction, many of them new mothers who are addicted to blogs, message boards, and Web sites.
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(HealthScout) April 29, 2009
Scientists say the link between work stress and heart stress is clear, but the solutions for the problem are less so.
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(HealthScout) April 28, 2009
Though soldiers tend to be healthier, a new study has found that combat trauma erases the advantage.
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(The Associated Press) April 26, 2009
Canada became the third country to confirm human cases of swine flu Sunday as other nations considered wider measures to curb the spread of the virus.
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(Christian Science Monitor) April 26, 2009
Officials in the Obama administration are seeking to reassure an edgy public about a potential swine flu outbreak, stressing the need for patience and preparedness, not panic.
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(Huffington Post) April 26, 2009
Reporter Ben Sherwood offers this list of three ways you can protect yourself from the swine flu virus.
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(BakerfieldNow.com) April 26, 2009
The federal government has declared a public health emergency to deal with swine flu, the Associated Press reports.
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(HealthScout) April 21, 2009
A new study has found that pathological behavior related to video games can cause children real problems with school and interactions with family and friends.
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(HealthScout) April 20, 2009
A new study suggests that bonds with parents--more than peers--is key to preventing suicide.
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(MSN Health and Fitness) April 20, 2009
Being very outgoing and knowing how to manage stress are the keys to living to age 100 and beyond, new research suggests.
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(HealthScout) April 20, 2009
A new study's findings suggest many factors contribute to the stress disorder, not just fear during the actual trauma.
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(CNN) April 20, 2009
A Pennsylvania college student asks if his fear of checking his e-mail is normal.
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(MedPage Today) April 15, 2009
According to a new survey, more Americans are reporting frequent mental distress, though where they live appears to have an impact on their mental states.
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(New York Times) April 13, 2009
In a step that critics have long requested, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will begin checking the safety of some of the riskiest medical devices.
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(Today) April 10, 2009
Children appear to accelerate the decline of marital happiness and boost depression rates, new research suggests.
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(HealthScout) April 10, 2009
Study of US veterans shows key differences in neural activity in people who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder.
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(HealthScout) April 10, 2009
Two techniques worked for patients after heart bypass procedures, study finds.
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(HealthScout) April 10, 2009
But whether jobs trigger psychological woes or vice versa is unclear, expert says.
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(HealthScout) April 10, 2009
Safety concerns mean the drug should only be used when other medications don't work, advisers say.
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(The Associated Press) April 2, 2009
Grocery store chain Kroger has recalled some store brand mayonnaise because it may be contaminated with salmonella.
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(BBC News) April 1, 2009
People who have persistent sleep problems are more likely to try to commit suicide, a new study suggests.
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(Dayton Business Journal) March 31, 2009
The U.S. government’s Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has set up a Web site to help Americans get through the recession.
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(HealthScout) March 31, 2009
Two-thirds of the people in the new registry had suffered an extremely stressful emotional or physical event just before they arrived at a hospital with heart attack-like symptoms.
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(The Associated Press) March 31, 2009
The drugstore chain Walgreens is offering free clinic visits to people who lose their jobs and health insurance through the end of this year.
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(Kroger.com) March 30, 2009
The recalled products may be contaminated with salmonella, Kroger officials say.
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(HealthScout) March 29, 2009
A new report from The National Research Council and the Institute of Medicine urges a new role in coordinating, funding local prevention efforts.
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(CNN) March 29, 2009
A health reporter talks to experts about how you can navigate the "minefield" of choosing a private health plan.
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(HealthScout) March 26, 2009
Research suggests that anxiety-linked hormones could spur the stomach bug's activity.
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(HON) March 26, 2009
According to researchers at the University of Toronto, religious belief may help control stress-related anxiety.
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(CNN) March 19, 2009
A recent study by Consumer Reports has found that 28 percent of Americans have taken dangerous steps to cut the cost of their prescription medications.
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(HealthScout) March 19, 2009
Survey shows they suffer consequences of delaying doctor visits, filling prescriptions.
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(HealthScout) March 18, 2009
In the wake of the sudden death Wednesday of actress Natasha Richardson, reports that she suffered critical brain damage after a seemingly minor fall on a Canadian ski slope on Tuesday have many people wondering how this could happen.
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(HealthScout) March 16, 2009
Too many choices along with confusing options are throwing up roadblocks to making the smartest decision, report says.
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(HealthScout) March 11, 2009
The Supreme Court made the ruling based on a case involving a Vermont musician who lost her arm to an anti-nausea drug.
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(WKOWTV.com) March 11, 2009
Doctors say negative online reviews of their services can ruin their reputations, but consumer advocates say patients have a right to post reviews on their care.
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(CNN) March 10, 2009
According to experts, people lie to their doctors for a number of reasons, but keeping secrets from your doctor can endanger your health.
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(Los Angeles Times) March 10, 2009
A reporter answers some of the most common questions about how healthcare reform may--or may not--change the way you manage your health.
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(Rocky Mountain Telegram) March 3, 2009
A new long-term study has found that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) increases the risk of suicide in young adults.
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(HealthScout) March 3, 2009
According to a new poll, one-third of Americans are up at night worrying about personal finances.
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(Chicago Sun-Times) March 2, 2009
A new British study has found that women have more--and more scary--nightmares than men.
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(HealthDay News) February 23, 2009
In a recent meeting with governors at the White House, President Barack Obama said his administration intends to distribute $15 billion within two days to help with states' Medicaid payments to the poor.
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(CNN) February 23, 2009
A reporter talks to experts about the best ways to deal with emergency medical personnel so that you and your symptoms are taken seriously.
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(HealthDay News) February 23, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new implanted device for the treatment of severe obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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(HealthScout) February 23, 2009
Propranolol erases physiological effects of trauma, study finds.
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(HealthScout) February 23, 2009
A new study wants the FDA to mandate boxes that clearly state how well a medication works.
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(CNN) February 18, 2009
In addition to physical appearance traits, there are also health problems that parents can pass on to their children.
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(Medical News Today) February 16, 2009
According a new report, a seven-year-old boy who suffered from attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, and anxiety attempted to hang himself after watching a hanging depicted in a fictional film.
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(HealthScout) February 16, 2009
Mental health tab for young Americans costs the U.S. about $247 billion a year, experts say.
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(HealthScout) February 16, 2009
Battered economy exacts emotional toll on unemployed, families, even those still working, experts say.
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(CNN) February 16, 2009
If you're one of the millions of Americans who is living without health insurance, experts say there are things you can do to gain or regain health coverage.
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(HealthScout) February 12, 2009
Although everyone knows that money can't buy happiness, purchasing life experiences instead of material possessions may increase your well-being, new research suggests.
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(Reuters) February 8, 2009
Psychiatrists have proposed that the American Psychiatric Association (APA) cut back on medical education seminars funded by drug companies.
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(CNN) February 8, 2009
A health reporter talks to experts about the top three mistakes people can make with their health insurance during these uncertain economic times.
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(New York Times) February 8, 2009
Experts say there are ways people can save money on prescriptions during these hard economic times, including comparing retail outlets and talking to their doctors about less expensive options.
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(Reuters UK) February 1, 2009
The economic stimulus plan currently being debated in Washington would pour millions of dollars into healthcare, experts say.
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(U.S. News and World Report) January 26, 2009
Other antidepressants in the same class as Lexapro would probably be equally effective, researchers say.
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(New York Times) January 25, 2009
As people cut healthcare spending to make their monthly bills, experts say there are some health-related expenses that you can't afford to skip.
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(HealthDay News) January 25, 2009
Experts say Americans eat 700 million pounds of peanut butter every year, which is complicating the recall effort.
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(HealthDay News) January 21, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to healthcare providers and consumers about serious and life-threatening risks associated with improper use of prescription and over-the-counter topical anesthetics.
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(New York Times) January 18, 2009
The 19-item checklist includes such basic steps as having the doctors and nurses introduce themselves, ensuring that adequate blood is on hand, and making certain that all equipment needed is present.
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(Los Angeles Times) January 17, 2009
This article contains a list of the products voluntarily recalled by the Kellogg Co. because they could be contaminated with salmonella from a Georgia peanut processing facility.
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(HealthDay News) January 17, 2009
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers to avoid eating all products that contain peanut butter or peanut butter paste, except for jarred peanut butter.
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(Reuters UK) January 14, 2009
The move, which has been opposed by pharmaceutical industry critics, allows drugmakers to distribute medical journal articles that describe unapproved uses for drugs.
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(Atlanta Journal-Constitution) January 11, 2009
Some believe Gupta is already recognized as a spokesperson for good health, while others believe he lacks the experience or depth of knowledge of the world of public health to be an effective surgeon general.
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(CNN) December 28, 2008
A reporter picks the top six health stories of 2008, including stem cell research, autism, and health care reform.
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(U.S. News and World Report) December 16, 2008
Being under stress pushes people to develop bad habits that can endanger their hearts, British researchers say.
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(Washington Post) December 15, 2008
New research on identical twins has found that post-traumatic stress disorder is linked to both genetic factors and exposure to stress.
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(News Blaze) December 14, 2008
A collaborative study by the World Health Organization, the World Bank, and Harvard University has found that mental disorders accounts for more than a 15-percent disease burden on world markets, making these conditions a larger drain on production than cancer.
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(Washington Post) December 7, 2008
People who report their mental health as poor are more prone to developing asthma that people who say they have good mental health, Brown University scientists have found.
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(The New York Times) December 3, 2008
According to the latest findings from the AARP Public Policy Institute, the unpaid family caregiver is the backbone of the U.S. healthcare industry.
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(New York Times) December 3, 2008
Scientists say their finding suggests that while no one likes bad news, for some people, no news is worse.
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(USA Today) December 3, 2008
Health officials in more than one out of five states say that no child who suffers from a serious mental health condition receives good care in their state.
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(PsychCentral) November 19, 2008
One in four people who suffer from such chronic health conditions as backache, heart disease, or multiple sclerosis become so worried about their health that they develop health anxiety.
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(The New York Times) November 18, 2008
Some soldiers' families are faced with full-time care, and they want the government to compensate them for lost job wages.
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(USA Today) November 12, 2008
A reviewer from USA Today looks at four new books that tell true stories about lives affected by mental illness.
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(OrlandoSentinel.com) October 28, 2008
A reader asks expert Stephen Whiteside about when a parent should be concerned about a child's separation anxiety.
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(Reuters) October 24, 2008
If approved, Seroquel XR would be the first antipsychotic cleared for use in treating this anxiety disorder.
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(Newsmax.com) October 22, 2008
Though heart disease is a leading cause of death in women, scientists have found that many women's heart symptoms are often attributed to anxiety and left untreated.
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(NewsDaily) October 17, 2008
Scientists have found that the brain is capable of producing its own antidepressant, which suggests that meditation and other self-soothing techniques may have real benefits for easing anxiety and depression.
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(MSNBC) October 17, 2008
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning that the global financial crisis is likely to lead to an increase in mental health problems, including suicides, as people struggle to deal with poverty and unemployment.
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(HealthDay News) October 10, 2008
Self-consciousness, a fear of falling, and feeling too fat to exercise may prevent some obese women from working out, a new study has found.
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(CNN) October 8, 2008
According to the Anxiety Disorders Association of America, women are twice as likely to suffer from anxiety than men.
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(Medical News Today) October 7, 2008
People who take medications for depression or anxiety are less likely to suffer a relapse of these conditions in the future, a new Canadian study suggests.
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(HealthDay) October 7, 2008
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(Medical News Today) October 3, 2008
Wellness expert Josh Klapow of the University of Alabama at Birmingham has compiled this list of ways people can help themselves cope with anxiety caused by the current economic crisis.
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(MSNBC) October 2, 2008
An unusual skin condition that researchers are calling Morgellons syndrome is sparking a debate on whether the symptoms are physical or all in a patient's mind.
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(The New York Times) September 30, 2008
Two drug companies--Eli Lilly and Merck--have announced that they will begin disclosing their payments to doctors who have offered consulting service beginning in 2009.
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(The Seattle Times) September 29, 2008
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that will require American insurance companies to cover mental health care on an equal basis with medical care.
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(CNN) September 25, 2008
A reporter has compiled six Web sites that may help you save money on such health care expenses as dental work, prescriptions, and contact lenses.
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(baltimoresun.com) September 25, 2008
Researchers say some of these high-energy drinks contain as much caffeine as 14 cans of Coca-Cola, which can cause such health problems as nervousness, anxiety, insomnia, rapid heartbeat, and tremors.
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(National Institutes of Health) September 25, 2008
Call for people between 18 years and 50 years old who have generalized anxiety disorder but are otherwise in good health to participate in a study.
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(Medical News Today) September 20, 2008
An on-going research project is trying to identify which people are most at risk for developing anxiety and depression.
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(UPI) September 20, 2008
In a recent study, researchers found that chewing gum helped relieve anxiety, improve alertness, and reduce stress.
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(HealthDay) September 30, 2008
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(National Institutes of Health) September 11, 2008
Call for adults with generalized anxiety disorder to participate in a study.
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(RxList) September 11, 2008
A new study has found that Seroquel XR, a drug used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, may help ease symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder.
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(University of Pennsylvania) September 10, 2008
A sociology professor at University of Pennsylvania has found that while many Americans believe mental illness has genetic causes, they are no more tolerant of the mentally ill than they were 10 years ago.
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(CNN) September 4, 2008
In this article, CNN reporter Elizabeth Cohen lists five mistakes that will land you in medical debt, and she talks to experts about how you can avoid them.
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(Reuters) September 3, 2008
Millions of poor children in the United States may be getting fat
before age 10 because their mothers are stressed out and the
youngsters seek escape in unhealthy comfort food, researchers said
on Tuesday.
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(Ivanhoe) September 5, 2008
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(The Washington Post) August 21, 2008
Scientists say that even a little stress and anxiety can greatly
worsen and extend a person's reaction to common allergens.
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(Ivanhoe) September 3, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 11, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
About half of the United States population
of adults, age 20 and older, suffer from refractive errors -- eye
problems that result in less than perfect vision.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Science Daily) August 13, 2008
Oxytocin is released during massage, childbirth, and breastfeeding
and has a relaxing effect in both people and animals.
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(Medical News Today) August 13, 2008
German scientists have found that genetic differences may explain
why trauma causes some people to suffer from anxiety, bad memories,
or PTSD.
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(Ivanhoe) September 8, 2008
The men's marathon Olympic event will take
place on August 24th. Many of the eager fans waiting at the finish
line are probably wondering how long-distance runners can endure
such a strenuous sport. Now, researchers say they may have the
answer.
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(Ivanhoe) November 17, 2009
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
Being frail could be an early sign of
dementia, according to new research. The study links frailty and
Alzheimer's disease with the same disease pathology.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(MyDepressionConnection.com) August 8, 2008
Adults in treatment for severe mental disorders have experienced
greater levels of childhood stress than adults who don't have
psychiatric disorders, researchers say.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
Man's best friend may be able to do more
than guide the blind. Researchers say the discovery of a gene in a
dachshund could eventually help people who suffer from eye
disorders that can lead to blindness.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(National Institutes of Health) August 7, 2008
Call for adults ages 18 years to 65 years who suffer from
generalized anxiety disorder to participate in a study.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
In the heat of the summer, everyone loves
a dip in the pool, but parents beware: diving board injuries are a
common occurrence among children.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
A simple bone disease test may signal an
increased risk of death for people on dialysis for chronic kidney
disease.
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(Ivanhoe) December 12, 2008
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(BBC News) August 3, 2008
A recent study has found that men with high levels anxiety and
insomnia may be twice as likely to develop diabetes as men with
less psychological distress.
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(CBC News) August 1, 2008
Scientists say they've identified the brain mechanism that turns
off traumatic feelings associated with bad memories.
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(Ivanhoe) February 17, 2009
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(Ivanhoe) February 23, 2009
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(HealthDay) July 30, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) November 17, 2009
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(Newswise) July 24, 2008
University of Michigan researchers say that people who have
trauma-related chronic pain also often suffer from PTSD and
depression.
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(Ivanhoe) September 11, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) November 28, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) October 9, 2009
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(HealthDay) July 18, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
For the millions of people who suffer from
severe headaches, relief may be in the air.
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(Ivanhoe) December 18, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) November 3, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(HealthDay News) July 11, 2008
Each day, 2,500 American teens turn to prescription drugs to get
high for the first time, with painkillers, sedatives,
tranquilizers, and stimulants the most common drugs of choice.
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(U.S. News and World Report) July 11, 2008
It's been suggested that pregnant women or those who've recently
given birth have a higher risk of developing mental health
problems, but new research suggests this may not be true.
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(MedicineNet.com) July 10, 2008
A new study suggests that people who suffer from anxiety and
shyness may experience these symptoms because their brains respond
more strongly to stress, even in situations that others consider
safe.
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(Ivanhoe) September 11, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) March 12, 2009
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
A new study says a large dose of one particular ingredient in red wine can ward off the effects of age on the heart, bones, eyes and muscles.
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(Ivanhoe) September 5, 2008
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(Science Daily) July 3, 2008
Veterans returning from the Iraq wars have as much trouble sleeping
as patients suffering from chronic insomnia, according to small
study.
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(HealthDay) July 3, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) November 7, 2008
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(HealthCentral.com) June 27, 2008
German researchers have found that post-traumatic stress disorder
(PTSD) is common in the elderly population, and they suggest that
seniors should be screened for the condition.
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(Times Online) June 27, 2008
American researchers have begun a controversial study that uses
MDMA--otherwise known as the illegal street drug Ecstasy--to treat
post-traumatic stress disorder.
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(Ivanhoe) November 11, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) February 26, 2009
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(HealthDay News) June 19, 2008
Veterans groups and members of Congress are calling for an
immediate halt to a government study involving the anti-smoking
drug Chantix and Iraq and Afghanistan veterans suffering from
post-traumatic stress disorder.
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(Medical News Today) June 19, 2008
Employees who work overtime have a higher risk of depression and
anxiety, a new study suggests.
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(Ivanhoe) November 3, 2008
A recent study on mice shows stem cells
may be able to stop the effects of aging on muscles, which could
prevent conditions like muscle atrophy and Parkinson's disease.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(HealthDay) June 14, 2008
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(U.S. News & World Report) June 13, 2008
Previous studies have shown that coffee consumption can reduce
depression and suicide risk, as well as relieve stress, effects
generally attributed to the caffeine in coffee.
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(Ivanhoe) September 9, 2008
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(U.S. News & World Report) June 7, 2008
Rising gas prices, media coverage of the economy are contributing
to people's stress, experts say.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) December 5, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) December 4, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(NPR) May 23, 2008
An incident at a veterans' hospital near Fort Hood Army base has
stoked concern that the government could try to minimize the
problem of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among returning
war veterans to save money.
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(WebMD) May 21, 2008
In this short video, a reporter talks to a young woman who suffers
from social anxiety disorder and to experts who explain the
condition and its treatments.
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(Ivanhoe) March 19, 2009
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(HealthDay) May 16, 2008
Here are ways to prevent feeling burned out and stressed
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(Ivanhoe) September 11, 2008
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(Bio-Medicine) May 9, 2008
New research has found that a cutting-edge treatment--coupled with
medications--may help people who suffer from the trauma disorder.
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(Medical News Today) May 9, 2008
A cancer diagnosis is stressful for every woman, but it may be
particularly hard for women who have suffered from depression or
anxiety, a new study suggests.
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(Ivanhoe) December 12, 2008
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(HealthDay News) May 8, 2008
A new report has found that serious mental illness (SMI) costs
Americans at least $193 billion in lost earnings alone.
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(Ivanhoe) November 18, 2008
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(HealthDay News) May 6, 2008
Scientists are studying the links between genes, environment, and
depression.
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(MedTrackAlert) May 5, 2008
Writer Jeanne Sather explains how a medical billing specialist can
help you manage your medical bills, find billing errors, and save
money.
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(Ivanhoe) September 15, 2008
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(CNN) April 30, 2008
Three of five military personnel in a new survey say they are
afraid to seek help for mental health problems because of concerns
that doing so will harm their careers.
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(Science Daily) April 30, 2008
In this type of bullying, perpetrators don't threaten people with
physical harm; instead, they target a person's social status and
relationships by gossiping and spreading rumors.
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(Ivanhoe) November 17, 2009
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(Medical News Today) April 24, 2008
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(Medical News Today) April 14, 2008
People who did vigorous housework once a week regularly were 20
percent less likely to suffer from mental health problems in a
recent study.
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(Ivanhoe) June 26, 2009
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(US News & World Report) April 10, 2008
WEDNESDAY, April 9 (HealthDay News) -- Social anxiety disorder
prevents some 15 million Americans from leading normal social and
romantic lives, a new survey finds.
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(MedTrackAlert) April 9, 2008
Our new
Treatments tab makes it easier for you to find articles on
the specific medications you take.
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(HealthDay News) April 2, 2008
A reporter talks to music therapists about how their discipline is
used to treat such conditions as Alzheimer's disease, depression,
and cancer.
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(The Washington Post) March 30, 2008
According to author Shannon Brownlee, Americans are bombarded with
medical news in an attempt to raise their 'awareness' of health
conditions such as high cholesterol, osteoporosis, and
pre-diabetes.
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(HealthDay) March 27, 2008
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(MedicineNet.com) March 26, 2008
Children who were less socially competent were more likely to be
anxious or depressed in adolescence, researchers say.
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(MarketWatch) March 24, 2008
The packaging changes are designed to cut medication errors,
including mix-ups with other drugs and confusion over dosing.
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(Medical News Today) March 20, 2008
Author Andrea Perry, an integrative psychotherapist, developed
full-blown claustrophobia after a distressing incident on a train
going through the Channel Tunnel.
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(The Washington Post) March 19, 2008
(HealthDay News) -- Tension headaches are often triggered by stress
or anxiety, causing pain and muscle tension in the head and neck.
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(HealthDay News) March 19, 2008
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(HealthDay News) March 19, 2008
FRIDAY, March 14 (HealthDay News) -- Higher anxiety levels may help
elderly women live longer, but may harm older men, U.S. research
shows.
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(Ivanhoe) March 5, 2009
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(Reuters) March 12, 2008
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(Medical News Today) March 12, 2008
Doctors may one day be able to control alcohol addiction by
manipulating the molecular events in the brain that underlie
anxiety associated with alcohol withdrawal, researchers at the
University of Il
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(Medical News Today) March 12, 2008
People who suffer from depression or anxiety are much more likely
to be obese and to smoke both major risk factors for chronic
disease according to a large nationwide study.
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(HealthDay) March 6, 2008
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(HealthDay) February 28, 2008
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(AOL Body) February 25, 2008
If you find yourself worrying constantly over conditions you can't
control, you might have generalized anxiety disorder, experts say.
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(Medical News Today) February 21, 2008
Veterans, disaster survivors, and others who experience stress
extreme enough to lead to PTSD may be at risk for long-term health
problems, new research suggests.
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(Ivanhoe) January 22, 2009
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(HealthDay) February 12, 2008
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(Science Daily) February 6, 2008
Doctors may be less likely to prescribe sleeping medications to
patients who have insomnia and depression, anxiety, or other mood
disorders, according to a new study.
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(Ivanhoe) April 17, 2009
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(Ivanhoe) January 22, 2009
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(Forbes) January 30, 2008
As many as 18 percent of the more than 1.5 million men and women
deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan have suffered a concussion.
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(Ivanhoe) October 28, 2008
It's not unusual for your feet to
feel a little run down at the end of a long day, but when feet
become persistently painful, there's something wrong. Heel pain is
one of the most common complaints when it comes to sore feet and it
can be debilitating.
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(HealthDay) January 19, 2008
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(Pharmaceutical Business Review) January 9, 2008
A recent study has found that Ambien CR can help people with
insomnia and generalized anxiety disorder fall asleep faster and
stay asleep longer.
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(iVillage) January 9, 2008
Researchers say acute stress reactions, including PTSD, increased
heart disease risk following the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
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(U.S News and World Report) January 8, 2008
Scientists say that though stress has been linked to a higher risk
of heart problems, this is the first study to identify chronic
anxiety as a cardiovascular risk factor.
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(HealthDay News) January 2, 2008
Researchers say religious activity reduces anxiety in women, but it
increases depression risk in men.
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(Ivanhoe) March 3, 2009
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(HealthDay) December 27, 2007
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(Medical News Today) December 18, 2007
Attention is an important part of keeping worry going, researchers
say, and attention can be deflected away from troubling issues.
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(HealthDay) December 14, 2007
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(Medicinenet.com) December 7, 2007
Researchers say there may be a genetic or other relationship
between depressive and anxiety disorders and Parkinson's.
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(Ivanhoe) June 18, 2009
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(HealthDay) November 27, 2007
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(HealthDay) November 23, 2007
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(HealthDay) November 22, 2007
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(Ivanhoe) January 8, 2009
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(Science Daily) November 9, 2007
Prazosin appears to curb increases in certain hormones caused by
such conditions as depression, PTSD, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer's
disease.
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(HealthDay) November 7, 2007
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(HealthDay News) November 6, 2007
An online PTSD therapy program for U.S. veterans was found
effective in a new study.
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(Medical News Today) October 24, 2007
A new study reports that patients with major depressive disorder
and generalized anxiety disorder showed improved quality of life
after taking Lexapro for eight weeks.
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(HealthDay) October 24, 2007
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(Everyday Health) October 19, 2007
Statistics show that 12.6 percent of Iraq veterans and 6.2 percent
of Afghanistan veterans experience symptoms of PTSD.
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(Ivanhoe) November 17, 2009
Liposuction is the
most popular form of plastic surgery in the United States, with
more than 300,000 Americans opting for the procedure each year.
Now, there's a new alternative to traditional liposuction that's so
quick and easy, you could do it over your lunch break!
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(Ivanhoe) November 17, 2009
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(Forbes.com) September 6, 2007
A study of Holocaust survivors has found that children of people
with PTSD often show biological signs of the condition.
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(Mayo Clinic) August 29, 2007
Mayo Clinic experts discuss resiliency and its effects on anxiety
and stress, including a short test that can help you find out how
resilient you are.
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(Ivanhoe) September 9, 2008
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(EurekAlert!) August 28, 2007
By using a 'Pac Man'-like video game, scientists may have
identified how our brains change in response to threats.
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(Ivanhoe) November 17, 2009
Inhaling nitric oxide (NO)
may be a valuable preemptive treatment for patients receiving liver
transplants.
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(HealthDay News) August 23, 2007
Almost half of the soldiers in a new study said they felt like a
'guest in their own home,' and researchers say depression or PTSD
played a role in these soldiers' problems at home.
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(FOXNews.com) August 23, 2007
Researchers say the slow pace of recovery and rebuilding efforts
may be contributing to the rise in suicidal thoughts and PTSD in
this region.
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(HealthDay) May 5, 2008
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(Ivanhoe) January 15, 2009
Being treated for a
brain tumor can be a truly harrowing experience. After surviving
surgery, radiation and chemotherapy, many patients are administered
steroids that can cause a host of unwanted side effects. Now,
researchers say there is a new option for treating brain tumors
that's safer, easier and better than before.
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(HealthDay) May 5, 2008
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(National Institutes of Health) July 29, 2007
Call for veterans who have post-traumatic stress disorder to
participate in a study.
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(Ivanhoe) January 22, 2009
For decades,
ultrasounds have been used to determine the sex, size, and vitality
of unborn children. Now, the same technology is being used to stop
prostate cancer in its tracks.
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(HealthDay) May 5, 2008
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(Canada.com) June 24, 2007
A Canadian study found child psychiatrists are prescribing
antipsychotic medication to children as young as three for
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and anxiety.
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(Newswise) June 11, 2007
Experts at the Mayo Clinic explore 10 symptoms you shouldn't ignore
and the conditions associated with them.
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(Earthtimes.org) June 3, 2007
By reducing anxiety and the painful symptoms that often accompany
GAD, Cymbalta helped patients in a recent study improve functioning
in their everyday lives.
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(National Institutes of Health) June 2, 2007
Call for children and teens ages six to 17 years of age who have
symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder to participate in a
study.
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(National Institutes of Health) May 30, 2007
Call for adults ages 18 years to 65 years of age who have
generalized anxiety disorder to participate in a study.
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(HealthDay) May 5, 2008
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(Doctor's Guide News) May 24, 2007
Insomnia--whether from a psychiatric illness or the meds that treat
it--can affect patients' progress.
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(National Institutes of Health) May 17, 2007
Call for adults ages 66 years and older who have generalized
anxiety disorder to participate in a study.
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(HealthDay News) May 7, 2007
Almost one in every five U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq suffers
from migraines, and this group is particularly at risk for
psychiatric troubles.
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(PsychCentral) April 23, 2007
A new study of war veterens shows that the inexpensive drug
prazosin can solve sleep problems caused by post-traumatic stress
disorder.
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(Medical News Today) April 12, 2007
Researchers found the work-related labor did not ease the
conditions' symptoms while leisure exercise did.
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(HealthDay News) April 6, 2007
Stigma, cost among reasons many do not seek treatment, experts say.
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(National Institute of Mental Health) April 6, 2007
Researchers say the finding highlights the need for early diagnosis
and treatment to prevent anxiety disorders.
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(Ivanhoe) November 17, 2009
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(Medicinenet.com) March 17, 2007
The youngest group of returning veterans--18-to-24 year olds--was
at the highest risk of having a mental-health issue.
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(HealthDay) March 13, 2007
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(PipelineReview.com) February 27, 2007
Generalized anxiety disorder affects more than 6.5 million
Americans in a given year.
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(U.S. Food and Drug Administration) February 16, 2007
Some meds ordered online may contain a powerful antipsychotic that
can cause muscle spasms and breathing problems.
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(PR Newswire) February 15, 2007
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(Medical News Today) January 31, 2007
Dr. Joanne Chao covers side effects, the difference in medication
classes, and the conditions the meds are meant to treat.
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(The Ledger) January 11, 2007
Hypochondriasis is a potentially serious condition that can cause
people to miss work, overuse medical treatment, and become complete
invalids.
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(Forbes.com) January 5, 2007
The two studies--one from Harvard researchers and one from the U.S.
Army--looked at veterans from World War II through the conflicts in
Iraq and Afghanistan.
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(Medical News Today) December 12, 2006
The study's results call into question the effectiveness of alpha-2
agonists for treating combat veterans' PTSD.
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(National Institutes of Health) November 30, 2006
Call for adults with social anxiety disorder to participate in a
study.
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(United Press International) November 26, 2006
The new program is specifically designed for people in Medicare
Part D who may have trouble affording their medications.
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(Doctor's Guide News) November 20, 2006
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(HealthNewsDigest.com) November 11, 2006
Previous analyses found only a small percentage of adults with
psychiatric diagnoses also had ADHD.
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(HealthDay News) November 7, 2006
Though researchers have found evidence of a connection between
anxiety and physical health, they are still unclear of anxiety's
mechanism in causing the health conditions.
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(Doctor's Guide News) October 3, 2006
Generalized anxiety disorder is the most common anxiety disorder in
the elderly.
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(KTRK/ABC13 - Houston) October 1, 2006
Houston ABC-affiliate KTRK looks at how one boy with ADHD found a
better medication regimen through the use of the scan.
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(PharmacyChecker.com LLC) September 28, 2006
A comparison of current prices for Lyrica via online drug
distributors.
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(National Institutes of Health) August 10, 2006
Call for adults with generalized anxiety disorder to participate in
a study.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 27, 2006
Call for adults with social anxiety disorder to participate in a
study.
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(The People's Pharmacy) July 5, 2006
Serotonin syndrome can cause anxiety, high blood pressure, and even
coma.
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(National Institutes of Health) July 3, 2006
Call for adults with social anxiety disorder to participate in a
study.
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(National Institutes of Health) June 23, 2006
Call for adults with both ADHD and social anxiety disorder to
participate in a study.
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(HealthDay News) June 15, 2006
As the number of SSRI prescriptions has increased since the drugs
were introduced in 1988, suicide rates have decreased.
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(HealthDay News) June 15, 2006
As the number of SSRI prescriptions has increased since the drugs
were introduced in 1988, suicide rates have decreased.
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(MSNBC) May 29, 2006
Study finds internal gastrointestinal bleeding caused by SSRI
antidepressants is similar to bleeding caused by some painkillers.
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(CNN) May 12, 2006
In letters to doctors, GlaxoSmithKline and the FDA report increased
suicide risks and include new warning labels for both Paxil and
Paxil CR.
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(Rock River Times) May 2, 2006
Paxil maker is accused of filing "frivolous" lawsuits in an effort
to extend its Paxil patent.
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(Medical News Today) April 25, 2006
New class of medications may help existing drugs work differently
and, in some cases, better.
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(Newswise) April 18, 2006
Several types of medications were studied, including SSRIs and
tricyclic antidepressants.
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(Toronto Star) April 18, 2006
Antidepressants may cause low birth weight, premature birth, and
increased risk of fetal death.
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(Webwire) April 5, 2006
Cipralex works better than Paxil on major depression and anxiety,
according to a new study funded by Lundbeck, maker of Cipralex.
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(NewsReleaseWire.com) April 5, 2006
Lawyer cites "profit over safety" in GlaxoSmithKline's policies on
labeling Paxil for suicide risk in teens.
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(Forbes.com) March 22, 2006
Results of a new study encourage greater experimentation with
treatment options.
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(PillBot.com) March 22, 2006
A comparison of current prices for Paxil via online U.S. drug
distributors.
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(Forbes.com) March 8, 2006
Researchers from Indiana University reviewed a 1998 government
study to evaluate public perception of psychiatric drugs. They
found that though 66 percent of people believe psychiatric
medications are helpful, far fewer would be willing to take them.
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(ConsumerAffairs.com) March 8, 2006
The U.S. FDA confirms the link between increased suicidal behavior
and antidepressant use in children.
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(The American Journal of Medicine) March 8, 2006
More than 120 research papers cite excessive bleeding by patients
taking selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors.
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(Monsters & Critics) March 8, 2006
Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors, such as Paxil, Prozac, and
Zoloft, face competition from new triple reuptake inhibitors.
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(Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) February 17, 2006
Experts discuss the effects of antidepressants, such as Paxil and
Effexor, on relationships.
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(USA Today) February 9, 2006
Women taking these antidepressants are six times more likely to
have children with the condition.
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(Forbes.com) February 9, 2006
Risks do not necessarily outweigh benefits of antidepressant for
mother, say researchers.
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(CBS News) February 9, 2006
Hormone changes do not provide protection previously expected.
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(Center for the Advancement of Health) January 31, 2006
Paxil provides clear benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder
(PTSD) sufferers.
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(Forbes.com) January 16, 2006
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(CBS News) January 16, 2006
Rate of attempts actually dropped by more than half, says report.
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