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Some Anti-Seizure Drugs Associated with Higher Risk of Suicide
April 14, 2010 – 4:00 am

Some anti-seizure drugs used to treat epilepsy as well as depression, chronic pain, migraine, bipolar disorder, and other conditions are associated with a higher risk of suicide and violent death than other drugs in the …

Study Examines Connection of Stress, Anxiety and Depression in the Brain
April 14, 2010 – 4:00 am

Is there a biological link between stress, anxiety and depression? Researchers at the Robarts Research Institute and the University of Western Ontario think so, as presented in this recent Science Daily post. They believe that …

Doctor Warns Against Using “Natural” Anxiety Treatments
April 9, 2010 – 8:01 pm

In a broad-based review of studies focused on drugs that treat anxiety, a Saint Louis University doctor found no evidence supporting the use of so-called “natural” treatments in combating the effects of anxiety.
St. John’s …

Mental Health Providers Should Promote Exercise for Those with Depression and Anxiety
April 7, 2010 – 1:36 pm

Exercise is a magic drug for many people with depression and anxiety disorders, and it should be more widely prescribed by mental health care providers, according to researchers who analyzed the results of numerous published …

Stroke Patients Experience Better Depression Recovery When Given Psychosocial Therapy
April 5, 2010 – 11:57 am

Recovering from a stroke can be a tumultuous time for anyone, especially if recovery includes extensive therapy or even permanent damage. Now, a new study demonstrates the value delivered in psychological therapy combined with medication.
According …

Women and Domestic Violence
April 2, 2010 – 2:39 pm

Domestic violence against women is a serious problem in America and one that is getting a great deal of attention, both at the federal and state levels. The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), a landmark …

Psychological Barriers Could Prevent Reactions to Climate Change
March 29, 2010 – 11:12 am

Global warming is an issue receiving much attention as of late. Despite the overwhelming following of this concept, it still generates significant debate within the scientific field. At the same time, many Americans have jumped …

Social Networks Impact Sleep and Drug Use
March 29, 2010 – 11:08 am

While some may wonder where their bad habits – such as the use or abuse of illegal drugs – began, recent studies are pointing to adult social networks. According to a recent Science Daily …

Therapy via Teleconference Proves Effective
March 26, 2010 – 1:36 pm

New research finds that obtaining therapy via teleconference is just as effective as face-to-face sessions. “Previous studies have shown that phobia therapy via teleconferencing was just as efficient as face to face contact,” says lead …

Chronic Workplace Stress and Lack of Exercise Linked to Obesity
March 25, 2010 – 2:51 pm

A new study has found that chronic job stress and lack of physical activity are strongly associated with being overweight or obese. Unexpectedly, researchers also found that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables did little …