Sunday, January 14, 2007

FDA to Consider Neuronetics Device



MSN MoneyCentral - that could potentially compete with Cyberonics' Vagus Nerve stimulator, the only device on the market to treat major depression. device became the first to receive FDA approval to treat depressed patients who do not respond to drug treatment. Last
Source: news.moneycentral.msn.com

Social phobia/Social Anxiety Disorder
Health 24 - Other comorbid disorders commonly occurring with social phobia are agoraphobia, alcohol abuse, major depression and drug abuse. A factor complicating the successful treatment of Social Phobia is the fact that patients are very likely to receive
Source: www.health24.com

Psychological Troubles on the Rise
Inside Higher Ed - said he plans to ask counseling center directors whether they believe administrators should be involved in the treatment If a student is suffering from schizophrenia, major depression, or addiction, the student should be referred to an outside
Source: www.insidehighered.com

Easing Depression Without a Prescription
WOOD - But, even then, it's not a form of treatment in and of itself." Each year millions of Americans are diagnosed with seems to be at least as effective as standard antidepressant medications in reducing symptoms in patients with major depression
Source: www.woodtv.com

Jury still out on fish oil for depression
Reuters - Some studies examined adults with major depression, while others focused on bipolar disorder. Some assessed depression in people In addition, the treatment type and doses varied widely. In some studies, participants took omega-3 supplements along
Source: today.reuters.com


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