State news of national interest

State news of national interest

Charleston Gazette - ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- A new state law requires health insurance companies to cover 30 inpatient and 20 outpatient days of treatment for mental illness. Companies must fully cover "biologically based mental illnesses'' including major depression
Source: www.wvgazette.com

Medication Effective In Treating Depression In Patients With Coronary
Medical News Today - Citalopram (or sertraline, as previously shown in [a different] trial) plus clinical management should be considered for the initial acute-phase treatment for major depression in patients with CAD. It remains to be demonstrated that any form of
Source: www.medicalnewstoday.com


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Depression Help - Knowing and Understanding the Different Types of Depression

Depression Help - Knowing and Understanding the Different Types of Depression

Knowing and Understanding the Different Types of Depression

This is the first step toward understanding depression, getting the appropriate treatment and taking that step.

For many women, this period of change can be very stressful. Factors such as marital problems, empty nest (children leaving home) and loss of their reproductive abilities are all linked to women and menopause.

This type of depression is normally a reaction to some specific trigger. In many instances this type of depression is short-term.

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Antidepressants help head and heart

Antidepressants help head and heart

Health 24 - who had already suffered heart attacks or had other problems, such as blockages of cardiac arteries, found treatment with Experts estimate that about 20% of people with severe heart disease suffer from major depression. The problem isn't only a
Source: www.health24.com

State news of national interest
Charleston Gazette - ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- A new state law requires health insurance companies to cover 30 inpatient and 20 outpatient days of treatment for mental illness. Companies must fully cover "biologically based mental illnesses'' including major depression
Source: www.wvgazette.com

Landmark Govt. Study Examines Depression
First Coast News - The project started out with 3,671 adults diagnosed with major depression. Half of them had a family history of it, and more The rest switched to another antidepressant or continued with Celexa and added a second treatment. This second step
Source: www.firstcoastnews.com

Uncovering an Epidemic — Screening for Mental Illness in Teens
New England Journal of Medicine - We know from the National Comorbidity Survey that half of all serious adult psychiatric illnesses — including major depression Even those who receive treatment tend to do so only after a long delay: 6 to 8 years for patients with mood disorders and 9
Source: content.nejm.org

Magnet Therapy
Belief.Net - A randomized clinical trial of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation in the treatment of major depression. Biol Psychiatry. 2000;47:332–337. 26.   Tergau F, Naumann U, Paulus W, et al. Low-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic
Source: www.beliefnet.com


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Depression Help - Cause of Depression: What They are and How to Identify Them

Depression Help - Cause of Depression: What They are and How to Identify Them

Cause of Depression: What They are and How to Identify Them

There is much debate as to the causes of depression. This is because depression is still very much misunderstood and the factors that lead to a depressive episode in one person are not the same for another.

It is for this reason that some experts talk about risk factors for depression rather than causes of depression.

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Wyeth Receives Approvable Letter From FDA for Pristiq (Desvenlafaxine

Wyeth Receives Approvable Letter From FDA for Pristiq (Desvenlafaxine

WebWire - for Pristiq™ (desvenlafaxine succinate), a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) studied as a treatment The lifetime risk of major depression has been assessed from 10 to 25 percent for women and five to 12 percent for men
Source: www.webwire.com

Celexa relieves depression in heart patients
Reuters - NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The antidepressant Celexa, known generically as citalopram, improves symptoms of major depression in doctors to "screen for depression in patients with coronary heart disease and maintain a low threshold for treatment with
Source: today.reuters.com

Landmark Govt. Study Examines Depression
First Coast News - The project started out with 3,671 adults diagnosed with major depression. Half of them had a family history of it, and more The rest switched to another antidepressant or continued with Celexa and added a second treatment. This second step
Source: www.firstcoastnews.com

Wyeth antidepressant’s real future could be in menopause market
Maryland Daily Record - A spokesperson for Wyeth said the company expects the Food and Drug Administration to tentatively approve Pristiq as a treatment for major depression, though the company will likely need to submit additional information to get the final OK. Wyeth
Source: www.mddailyrecord.com

Magnet Therapy
Belief.Net - A randomized clinical trial of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation in the treatment of major depression. Biol Psychiatry. 2000;47:332–337. 26.   Tergau F, Naumann U, Paulus W, et al. Low-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic
Source: www.beliefnet.com


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Depression Help - A Typical Manic Depression Symptom is the Need for Speed

Depression Help - A Typical Manic Depression Symptom is the Need for Speed

A Typical Manic Depression Symptom is the Need for Speed

Like times when you have a wild assortment of ideas. Then there are other days, weeks, and months were you don't want to get out of bed.

One manic depression symptom is evidenced by the inability to sleep. Another is that you begin to notice that you can become irritable almost without provocation, and you don't think anyone is listening to your great, if not somewhat far fetched, ideas.

During a manic phase, which can last weeks and even years, you are highly functioning in your job, especially if you are in the position to delegate.

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Jailing marijuana users is terrible

Jailing marijuana users is terrible

Bismarck Tribune - OK wrote on January 17, 2007 12:37 PM : "Well, I know the people who operate treatment centers better have some addiction. And there is where people with drug problems belong, treatment. I think you people who are so against marijuana should listen to us
Source: www.bismarcktribune.com


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Isidingo: What's up with Paul?

Isidingo: What's up with Paul?

Health 24 - Treatment can help prevent future episodes. What are the symptoms? Signs and symptoms of mania include: Abnormally Bipolar disorder can start with major depression or a manic episode. Manic episodes usually begin suddenly with a rapid
Source: www.health24.com

Mental-Health law on the books, but state and insurers play catch-up
Ithaca Journal - It includes unlimited treatment for adults with schizophrenia/psychotic disorders, major depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, delusional disorders, panic disorder, bulimia and anorexia. -- That level of coverage applies to
Source: www.theithacajournal.com


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Positive psychology is getting a tryout at McLean Hospital

Positive psychology is getting a tryout at McLean Hospital

Boston Online - for researching and treating some of the most dire mental illnesses, from schizophrenia to major depression, Levendusky said. But the hospital is evolving with the times. In recent years, McLean has expanded into new areas of research and treatment
Source: www.boston.com

Gambling addiction
Health 24 - Research shows that 75% of compulsive gamblers suffer from symptoms of major depression. The depression, coupled with an The counsellors at Stepping Stones Addiction Centre believe that the only effective treatment is absolute abstinence
Source: www.health24.com

Antidepressants Fight Heart Disease-Linked Depression
Forbes - TUESDAY, Jan. 23 (HealthDay News) -- Drug treatment may beat psychotherapy at relieving the major depression felt by many patients with severe heart disease, a Canadian study finds. The three-month study of 284 people who had already suffered heart
Source: www.forbes.com

Duloxetine Has Less Effect on Male Sexual Function Than Escitalopram
Medscape News - NEW YORK (Reuters Health) May 24 - Among men with major depression, treatment with duloxetine (Cymbalta) is associated with less worsening of sexual function than is escitalopram (Lexapro), investigators reported this week at the American Psychiatric
Source: www.medscape.com

Uncovering an Epidemic — Screening for Mental Illness in Teens
New England Journal of Medicine - We know from the National Comorbidity Survey that half of all serious adult psychiatric illnesses — including major depression Even those who receive treatment tend to do so only after a long delay: 6 to 8 years for patients with mood disorders and 9
Source: content.nejm.org


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Depression Help - Knowing and Understanding the Different Types of Depression

Depression Help - Knowing and Understanding the Different Types of Depression

Knowing and Understanding the Different Types of Depression

This is the first step toward understanding depression, getting the appropriate treatment and taking that step.

For many women, this period of change can be very stressful. Factors such as marital problems, empty nest (children leaving home) and loss of their reproductive abilities are all linked to women and menopause.

This type of depression is normally a reaction to some specific trigger. In many instances this type of depression is short-term.

Click here for more information about types of depression

Patient's Genes May Guide Antidepressant Use

Patient's Genes May Guide Antidepressant Use

MedicineNet.com - Some 30 percent to 40 percent of patients fail their first drug treatment for major depression. Experts say that, right now, it's not possible to predict with any degree of accuracy which drug will work best for each patient. Clinicians are pinning
Source: www.medicinenet.com

GOV OKS INSURANCE LAW FOR MENTALLY ILL
New York Post - The bill requires insurance companies to cover 30 inpatient and 20 outpatient days of treatment for mental illnesses. Companies must give full coverage for "biologically based" mental illnesses including major depression, schizophrenia, bipolar
Source: www.nypost.com

Novartis Strategic Healthcare Portfolio Drives Sustained Strong
MSN MoneyCentral - AGO178 (agomelatine) began Phase III trials in the US at the end of 2006 as a once-daily treatment for patients with major depression. AGO178, which was licensed from Servier and for which Novartis has the US rights, has shown efficacy comparable
Source: news.moneycentral.msn.com

Treatment-Resistant Depression: Diagnostic Strategies and Current
Medscape News - Patients had a diagnosis of major depression (nonpsychotic), baseline HAMD-17 rating ≥ 20 following a minimum of 6 weeks of treatment with an SSRI or SNRI treatment. Exclusion criteria included a DSM-IV rating for substance abuse within the past 3
Source: www.medscape.com

Postpartum Depression
HealthCentral.com - In addition to the usual symptoms of major depression, women suffering from postpartum depression feel that they are unable to on HealthCentral.com is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any
Source: www.healthcentral.com


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Depression (Bipolar Disorder)

Depression (Bipolar Disorder)

WOOD - The three (3) most common types of depression are major depression, dysthymia and bipolar disease: Major depression is manifested they are, whether the individual has had them before, and if so, whether or not they were treated and what treatment was
Source: www.woodtv.com

Clarification: Dec. 28 Cyberonics Story
MSN MoneyCentral - government to extend coverage of its Vagus Nerve Stimulator device to Medicare beneficiaries who suffer from treatment scheduled to vote on approval of a device from privately held Neuronetics which uses magnetic pulses to relieve major depression
Source: news.moneycentral.msn.com

Drug Trial Shows Some Gains Against Major Depression
WOOD - News) -- Two different drug regimens for difficult-to-treat major depression -- one a combination of two newer drugs and the other a single, older drug -- were comparable in putting people with depression in remission. But the combination treatment
Source: www.woodtv.com


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Depression Help - easonal Sepression: Why Season Changes Make You Depressed?

Depression Help - easonal Sepression: Why Season Changes Make You Depressed?

Seasonal Sepression: Why Season Changes Make You Depressed?

The most commonly known seasonal depression is 'winter blues', but there is also 'summer depression'. Winter blues normally starts in fall and ends as spring comes around, while summer depression is the opposite.

Seasonal depression is believed to be caused by an abnormality of the body to properly regulate its biological clock. As the hours of daylight lessens during the winter months, the body becomes confused and does not work as it should.

Persons with seasonal depression can also help themselves by spending as much time in the sun as possible; however they must take care to protect the skin with sunscreen.

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Cookie Conundrum in the Doctor-Patient Drama

Cookie Conundrum in the Doctor-Patient Drama

Boston Online - My intake evaluation read, adjustment disorder with depressed mood, rule out major depression, but the language of diagnosis who carry on the psychoanalytic tradition of the 50-minute hour know that respecting the subtle boundaries of treatment
Source: www.boston.com

Major depression with psychotic features
HealthCentral.com - Although there are no obvious risk factors, a family history of depression or psychotic illness increase the risk of this condition. The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of
Source: www.healthcentral.com

Online Press Release
PRWeb - Breakthrough in Healing Extremely Dry, Cracked, Calloused Feet PodiaDerm is emerging as the most important new treatment Major depression results in 50 percent to 100 percent higher costs in medical patients in all facets of medical care, from
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TheStar.com - News - 25 great ideas from great minds

TheStar.com - News - 25 great ideas from great minds

Toronto Star - Study lead author John Dick, a senior scientist at University Health Network, said targeting treatment to cancer stem by a chronic fear one's need for love and support will never be met – are 50 per cent more susceptible to major depression
Source: www.thestar.com

Depression: brain imaging can predict effectiveness of cognitive
Xagena Medical News - More than 17 million adults in the United States will experience at least one episode of major depression this year; of those who seek treatment, only 40 to 60 percent will respond to any given first-line treatment, whether it be therapy or medication
Source: www.xagena.it

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

Novartis Strategic Healthcare Portfolio Drives Sustained Strong
MSN MoneyCentral - AGO178 (agomelatine) began Phase III trials in the US at the end of 2006 as a once-daily treatment for patients with major depression. AGO178, which was licensed from Servier and for which Novartis has the US rights, has shown efficacy comparable
Source: news.moneycentral.msn.com

Pass this into law
Star-Gazette.com - If a person is diagnosed with a heart ailment rooted in a physical imperfection in that organ, treatment is generally of coverage large employers must provide to adults and at-risk children -- including health issues such as major depression and
Source: www.star-gazette.com


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Jury still out on fish oil for depression

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

Premenstrual syndrome
HealthCentral.com - in women between their late 20s and early 40s, those with at least one child, those with a family history of a major depression The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any
Source: www.healthcentral.com

Suicidal tendencies vary by sex
Daily News and Analysis - if there were differences between men and women in the risk factors associated with suicidal behaviour in a study involving 184 women and 130 men seeking treatment for a major depressive episode. The patients were diagnosed with major depression or
Source: www.dnaindia.com


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Depression Help - easonal Sepression: Why Season Changes Make You Depressed?

Depression Help - easonal Sepression: Why Season Changes Make You Depressed?

Seasonal Sepression: Why Season Changes Make You Depressed?

The most commonly known seasonal depression is 'winter blues', but there is also 'summer depression'. Winter blues normally starts in fall and ends as spring comes around, while summer depression is the opposite.

Seasonal depression is believed to be caused by an abnormality of the body to properly regulate its biological clock. As the hours of daylight lessens during the winter months, the body becomes confused and does not work as it should.

Persons with seasonal depression can also help themselves by spending as much time in the sun as possible; however they must take care to protect the skin with sunscreen.

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Wyeth seeks a wider role for Pristiq

Wyeth seeks a wider role for Pristiq

Philadelphia Inquirer - A spokesperson for Wyeth said the company expected the Food and Drug Administration to tentatively approve Pristiq as a treatment for major depression, although the company would likely need to submit additional information to get the final OK.
Source: www.philly.com

Aspect Medical Systems Announces Progress of BRITE Major Depression
Forbes - Aspect Medical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASPM) today is providing a scheduled update on the status of the BRITE (Biomarkers for Rapid Identification of Treatment Effectiveness) major depression trial. Patient enrollment for the study is running on
Source: www.forbes.com

Uncovering an Epidemic — Screening for Mental Illness in Teens
New England Journal of Medicine - We know from the National Comorbidity Survey that half of all serious adult psychiatric illnesses — including major depression Even those who receive treatment tend to do so only after a long delay: 6 to 8 years for patients with mood disorders and 9
Source: content.nejm.org

'Family to Family' class trains families to cope with mental illness
Morning News - NAMI has nothing to do with treatment because that’s left up to the professionals. Carman is the lead teacher. He will Schizophrenia, major depression, mania, schizo-affective disorder; Class 3: Mood disorders and anxiety disorders; Class 4
Source: www.morningnewsonline.com

Drug Trial Shows Some Gains Against Major Depression
WOOD - News) -- Two different drug regimens for difficult-to-treat major depression -- one a combination of two newer drugs and the other a single, older drug -- were comparable in putting people with depression in remission. But the combination treatment
Source: www.woodtv.com


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Jailing marijuana users is terrible

Jailing marijuana users is terrible

Bismarck Tribune - If pot was legalized and only the sick people would use it for the purpose of physical treatment, well .we know that won't happen. Innocent cold remedies are being used and turned back into illegal drugs. Kind of goes full cycle there. There's
Source: www.bismarcktribune.com

A Look At Antidepressants
CBS News - CBS) Treatment with antidepressants increases the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in patients up to age 24 from the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 18.8 million Americans over the age of 18 suffer from major depression
Source: www.cbsnews.com

'Family to Family' class trains families to cope with mental illness
Morning News - NAMI has nothing to do with treatment because that’s left up to the professionals. Carman is the lead teacher. He will Schizophrenia, major depression, mania, schizo-affective disorder; Class 3: Mood disorders and anxiety disorders; Class 4
Source: www.morningnewsonline.com

The storm of a bipolar child
Newsday - Treatment is sub-optimal for these kids," she said. More than one medicine usually is needed to tackle the complex range Many of those initially diagnosed with major depression in childhood are subsequently diagnosed with bipolar disorder, Papolos
Source: www.newsday.com

Pass this into law
Star-Gazette - If a person is diagnosed with a heart ailment rooted in a physical imperfection in that organ, treatment is generally of coverage large employers must provide to adults and at-risk children -- including health issues such as major depression and
Source: www.stargazette.com


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Depression Help - Recognizing a Symptom of Depression

Depression Help - Recognizing a Symptom of Depression

Recognizing a Symptom of Depression

Apathy is a symptom of depression characterized by the joyless mental state of routine and disinterest in the areas of your life which you once found exciting, or at least interesting.

In acute depression, you will find that you are able to attend your usual functions, such as going to your kids little league games or even getting up to go to work, but you can't seem to get excited about anything.

You can't explain to your spouse, you just don't feel right. Your appetite may decrease (or increase,) you may begin to drink more often, or find that you can not sleep.

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Breast Cancer Patients Need More Mental Health Care

Breast Cancer Patients Need More Mental Health Care

WCAX - In 47 percent of the women, the stress was significant enough to possibly merit treatment. Psychiatric disorders were identified in 21 percent of the women, with 11 percent showing symptoms of major depression and 10 percent with symptoms of post
Source: www.wcax.com


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Depression (Bipolar Disorder)

Depression (Bipolar Disorder)

WOOD - The three (3) most common types of depression are major depression, dysthymia and bipolar disease: Major depression is manifested they are, whether the individual has had them before, and if so, whether or not they were treated and what treatment was
Source: www.woodtv.com


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