Antidepressant medications are used to treat a variety of conditions, including depression and other mental/mood disorders. These medications can help prevent suicidal thoughts/attempts and provide other important benefits. However, studies have shown that a small number of people (especially people younger than 25) who take antidepressants for any condition may experience worsening depression, other...
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'Tis the season. Christmas, New Years. Out of town visitors and parties. Turkey and fruit cake. Nuts and chocolates. Christmas cheer and... Read more »
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As a mother of three teenagers, observing their current sleep habits makes me stop and wonder—why do all three of them appear to have morphed into... Read more »
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Luvox for use in adults with social anxiety disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. The... Read more »
Could making your bed help you sleep better? It may, sleep experts say. That's because a bedroom poll of 1,500 people found that people report... Read more »
According to a new study, a type of therapy known as cognitive behavior therapy may ease pain and sleep problems in older people who suffer from both... Read more »