Why Is There So Much Depression Among Young Adults?
Young adults who suffer from depression are more prone to begin using substances such as alcohol, tobacco, and illicit drugs, a new report shows. Experts say the report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration clearly reveals that young people often turn to cigarettes and other substances to try to deal with depression, creating a double-jeopardy for their health.
Read moreMore information on "Why Is There So Much Depression Among Young Adults?"
From Our Experts
Bipolar Disorder & Young Adults: part two
Click Here for Part One Various experts have commented on the risky effects modern lifestyles have for teens and young adults who might... Read more »
Bipolar Disorder & Young Adults: part one
Has the age of bipolar onset fallen or are we simply more sensitized to something that has always been there? It's an interesting question.... Read more »
Insomnia and Depression in Young and Old
"It is not the need for sleep but the ability that diminishes with age." This quote, from Harold Rubin, Rehabilitation Counselor,... Read more »
Recognizing Depression in Young Boys
In my last Sharepost, Why Depressed Men Won’t Ask for Help, I made the point that gender roles have a huge bearing on the way depression... Read more »
Depression through the Ages and Stages of Life: Interviews with...
For those of us who suffer from depression, it can sometimes be a long and arduous battle. There are more than a few of us who will... Read more »
From Our Sources
Depression common in young diabetics
According to a new study, one-third of young diabetics may suffer from depression. The Australian study looked at 92 teenagers and young adults with... Read more »
Depression, drinking, weight linked in young women
New research published in the journal General Hospital Psychiatry has found that excessive drinking, overeating, and depression appear to be linked... Read more »
Young adults are twice as likely to consider suicide as older ...
A new government study has found that more than 8 million Americans consider suicide every year. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services... Read more »
Hitting the Books: Your Must-Have Depression Reading List
If you've been diagnosed with depression, one of the most important steps toward finding effective treatment is educating yourself about the illness.... Read more »
Overactive Thyroid Boosts Young Adults' Stroke Risk
According to a new study, young adults who suffer from hyperthyroidism face a much higher risk of suffering a stroke than people who do not have the... Read more »
Images
Sleep patterns in the young and aged... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
