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Merely Me

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Published Writer with an M.Ed in Special Education and Mother
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Herbal Remedies for Treating ADHD Symptoms in Children

Although there are many prescription medications to treat the symptoms of ADHD some parents opt to try some non-prescription remedies first. Supplements and herbal remedies are included in this realm of “natural treatments.” As do many parents of a child having special needs, I went through a phase of searching for vitamins and herbs... Read moreChevron
posted 05/09/2011, comments (3)|
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John Folk-Williams

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I'm a writer who's recovered from decades of major depression.
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How Stress Causes Depression

Stress is turning up more and more as a contributor to health problems of all kinds, including anxiety and depression. The problem isn’t so much the worst traumas, such as the death of loved ones, divorce, or losing your job. It’s also the constant stress arising from pressures at work, the burden of debt, living in deeply troubled... Read moreChevron
posted 04/10/2011, comments (7)|
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Jerry Kennard

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Chartered Psychologist
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Giving up on Antidepressants

One of the essential elements of medical treatment is that the patient takes their medication. Why then do so many people choose not to follow medical advice and simply throw in the towel part way into their treatment? We're not just talking about minor ailments, some people with the most chronic conditions are the worst... Read moreChevron
posted 11/23/2010, comments (3)|
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Teri Robert

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Teens and Suicide on Dr. Phil Today

It's a horrifying depression statistic. Suicide is the third leading cause of death among teens. Why is the suicide rate among teens so high?   Today, the Dr. Phil Show is "Teens under Pressure." Here's the description of the show from Dr. Phil's web site: Teenagers today are more stressed than ever before — from the pressure to... Read moreChevron
posted 03/12/2010, comment (1)|
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David Shern, Ph.D., is president and CEO of Mental Health America
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The Fight To Get Mental Health Care Covered by Insurance

What's Next for Mental Health By David Shern, Ph.D., President and CEO, Mental Health America   As a New Year approaches, two important developments are helping to shape the future course of mental health.   On January 1, the federal mental health parity law becomes effective for all health plans. The law will broadly outlaw... Read moreChevron
posted 12/29/2009, comments (9)|
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