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Teen killer had troubled family, depression - KSPR

2012-02-07
The Associated PressTeen killer had troubled family, depressionKSPRby David Lieb, AP JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- A psychiatrist testifying for prosecutors says there is no way that Prozac, an antidepressant drug, could have made a teenager kill a 9-year-old neighbor girl. Dr. Anthony Rothschild testified Tuesday in the ...Missouri teen killer had troubled family, depressionChicago Sun-TimesMissouri teen convicted in 9-year-old's murder had troubled family, problems ...Washington PostMo. teen killer had troubled family, depressionThe Associated Pressall 695 news articles »

Depression continues despite weather - WWLP 22News

2012-02-07
NewsolioDepression continues despite weatherWWLP 22NewsBut did our sunshine and warmth limit this type of depression? Last winter was rough for even the heartiest New Englander. "We had snow after snow after snow. And no sunshine is bad, you go into work and it's dark and you come home and it's dark and ...SAD when it rainsJamaica GleanerWhat is seasonal affective disorder and how is it treated?Newsolio (blog)all 9 news articles »

Smartphone can intervene in depression - UPI.com

2012-02-07
UPI.comSmartphone can intervene in depressionUPI.com7 (UPI) -- US researchers say they're developing a smartphone that can learn to spot symptoms of depression in a user and urge the user to call or go out with friends. The project is part of an effort by Northwestern University researchers to invent ...A therapist in your pocketMedical Xpressall 6 news articles »

Sports stars battle depression - Toronto Sun

2012-02-07
24 Hours VancouverSports stars battle depressionToronto SunRicher makes his revelation in the sports documentary Darkness and Hope: Depression, Sports and Me, airing Wednesday on CTV and TSN2. (QMI AGENCY) Former NHLer Stéphane Richer is looking at an old picture of himself, supposedly enjoying a Stanley Cup ...Riveting CTV doc on depression strikes chord for this reporterToronto Star Blogs (blog)all 13 news articles »

Valentine's Day no holiday for depressed - Naperville Sun

2012-02-07
Valentine's Day no holiday for depressedNaperville Sun14 brings feelings of loneliness or depression. Naperville Dr. Riaz Baber, 65, who is conducting clinical trials on a new anti-depression drug, said Valentine's Day often triggers an even deeper level of depression in those who already are struggling.and more »

Surprising drug for severe depression - Asbury Park Press

2012-02-07
Surprising drug for severe depressionAsbury Park PressQ. I participated in two clinical trials of ketamine for depression. The infusion was not pleasant, but a few hours later, my depression was mysteriously lifted. It was as though someone carefully cleaned, polished and rejuvenated every cell in my ...and more »

Magnetic therapy for depression promising - Outcome Magazine (blog)

2012-02-07
ABC30.comMagnetic therapy for depression promisingOutcome Magazine (blog)7 (UPI) — Psychotherapy and antidepressants treat only about one-third of patients who suffer depression, but a magnetic therapy is promising, a US researcher said. Prof. Michal Lavidor, of the Department of Psychology at Bar-Ilan University and head ...CBS47 Special Report: Fighting DepressionCBS 47A drug-free way to treat depressionABC30.comSome Depression Patients Find The Effects Of Magnetic Therapy Really StickNY1Medical Xpress -eMaxHealthall 9 news articles »

Project proves roof can reverse depression - CTV.ca

2012-02-07
Project proves roof can reverse depressionCTV.ca"I've been suffering basically from depression for countless years and I didn't think it was an issue at the time." Rick found himself listless and unmotivated, "lying in bed for 16, 18 hours a day with no real drive or incentive.

Depression and the Elderly - Huffington Post

2012-02-06
Depression and the ElderlyHuffington PostThe recent death of TV pioneer Don Cornelius underscores the growing problem of depression and suicide among our elderly population. Most people don't expect older adults to take their own lives, but this population has the highest suicide rate of any ...

New Study Fails to Tie Antidepressant to Suicide in Kids - PsychCentral.com

2012-02-07
PsychCentral.comNew Study Fails to Tie Antidepressant to Suicide in KidsPsychCentral.comThe analysis, based on data from 41 trials and more than 9000 patients, also found that fluoxetine and venlafaxine (marketed as Effexor), reduced suicidal behavior and depression symptoms in adult and geriatric patients. The failure to replicate the ...Antidepressants May Not Raise Suicide Risk in Youth: StudyHealth.comStudy questions antidepressant link to suicide in kidsLos Angeles TimesAntidepressant-suicide link in youths absent in new analysisMedical XpressThe Inquisitr -WBEZall 34 news articles »