Depression Expert davidshern shares Depression management news and commentary at MyDepressionConnection.com. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. (www.HealthCentral.com) is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707 http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707 http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/90895/toll-americans Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:57:00 -0400 davidshern Economy Taking Toll on Americans' Mental Health By David Shern, Ph.D., president and CEO, Mental Health America    The economic downturn is taking a toll on the mental health of Americans. A new national survey finds individuals who are unemployed are four times as likely as those with jobs to report symptoms consistent with severe mental illness.   And Americans who experienced involuntary changes in their employment status,... http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/90895/toll-americans http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/85199/prevention Wed, 02 Sep 2009 13:13:00 -0400 davidshern Suicide Prevention: There is More to Do By David L. Shern, Ph.D. President and CEO, Mental Health America   World Suicide Prevention Day is held on September 10th each year and coincides with National Suicide Prevention Week. These are important observances on an issue that needs to be put on the front burner all year long.   We need to improve education about suicide, disseminate information, decrease stigma and, importantly,... http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/85199/prevention http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/81557/mental-health Thu, 06 Aug 2009 10:17:00 -0400 davidshern Mental Health on Campus By Dr. David Shern, president and CEO, Mental Health America   Soon, college students will be back at classes and incoming freshmen will get their first taste of campus life.  For many young people, college is the first taste of independence - an opportunity to make new friends and have fresh experiences.  But colleges are also notoriously high-stress environments.  The demands of academics, living... http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/81557/mental-health http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/77582/prevention Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:08:00 -0400 davidshern For Prevention and Mental Wellness By David L. Shern, Ph.D., president and CEO, Mental Health America   Prevention and wellness are receiving greater attention these days as essential components of our health care system.  They don't just apply to reducing to the risk of heart disease or other illnesses.  We also know that we can promote good mental health and prevent conditions or at least reduce their severity.   There... http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/77582/prevention http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/73193/future-mental Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:24:00 -0400 davidshern What is the Future of Mental Health? By David L. Shern, President and CEO, Mental Health America   The mental health care landscape is changing rapidly.   Innovations in research and breakthroughs in prevention are transforming the field.  New technologies are changing how we communicate and educate.  And with Congress readying action on health care reform, it is likely we will see changes in how care is... http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/73193/future-mental http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/69333/stressful Fri, 01 May 2009 11:13:00 -0400 davidshern 10 Tips for Reducing Stress By Dr. David Shern   On behalf of Mental Health America, it's a pleasure for me to introduce a new campaign we have developed to help you and others deal with the stressful times in which we live.   We recognize that we live in extremely challenging times and are more determined to help people protect their mental health and improve their well-being.  That's why this month we have launched a new... http://www.healthcentral.com/depression/c/473707/69333/stressful