Saturday, March 31, 2007
Depression Help - Understanding Teen Depression: What You Need to Know and Do
Understanding Teen Depression: What You Need to Know and Do
Depression affects over five percent (5%) of American teens. And teen depression statistics continue to rise.
One of the chief ways we can identify teen depression is their loss of interest in the things that they normally enjoy. If this continues over a period of time, at least two weeks, then there is the distinct possibility that they are depressed.
Teenagers bodies go through the changes from childhood to adulthood and there are certain expectations. Teen girls worry that they are too fat, too skinny, too dark, too light and all the other negative body images they face daily.
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Orange County Register - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Orange County, a resource center, can be reached at 714-744-8718. Hours With proper medication, the relapse rate for bipolar disorder can be cut to 30 to 40 percent. Source: Dr. Himasiri De Silva, a
Source: www.ocregister.com
Mental illness is something to be treated, not feared, say experts
North County Times - divorced mother of two sets of twins from Carlsbad, who said she suffers from bipolar disorder. Diagnosed at age 23, she went off her medication organization for those with severe mental illness such as schizophrenia, major depression, and bipolar
Source: nctimes.com
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Depression Help - What Exactly is Psychotic Depression? Where do the Hallucinations Come From?
What Exactly is Psychotic Depression? Where do the Hallucinations Come From?
Psychotic depression is depression accompanied by hallucination and delusions. Hallucinations is seeing and hearings things, while delusions refers to irrational fears and thoughts.
Although the cause of psychotic depression is not known, scientists have found a link to a hormone, Cortical. This hormone is produced in large quantities during periods of stress.
Antidepressants alone do not adequately treat this form of depression.
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Friday, March 30, 2007
Hay admits to drug abuse
News.com.au - HE had suffered from bipolar for five years while at Hawthorn. DIDN'T want to play and hated every second of last HE believed his medication to treat depression had affected his motor skills. HAD been stalked by a man while at Hawthorn who had sent
Source: www.news.com.au
Study Suggests INVEGA(TM) Helps Patients With Schizophrenia Maintain
PR Inside - INVEGA(TM) (paliperidone) Extended-Release Tablets, a new once daily oral medication positive symptoms (hallucinations and delusions) and negative symptoms (depression markets prescription medications for the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar
Source: www.pr-inside.com
Twists and turns in gay man’s 2nd murder trial Gay
Washington Blade - Defense attorney Raymond raised the subject of Clint Roberts’ medical history, which includes treatment for depression and bipolar disorder. She noted that he takes medication to treat the two conditions, which, according to Raymond, have side
Source: www.washingtonblade.com
New Findings Expand Understanding of Adult ADHD CME/CE
Medscape News - and only 5% reported that they "make the final determination to treat ADHD with medication." This was a heterogeneous sample, with 11 subjects having comorbid dysthymia or depression, 7 subjects having anxiety disorders, and 1 subject with bipolar
Source: www.medscape.com
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Depression Help - Bipolar Depression: Two Sides of the Same Person
Bipolar Depression: Two Sides of the Same Person
Bipolar depression was previously known as manic depression.
Studies show that more than two million Americans have some form of bipolar depression. This form of depression affects men and women equally, meaning that there is almost no difference in the number of men as against women who are affected.
The first stage symptoms points to depression, while second stage signs referred to as manic stage symptoms makes diagnosis easier.
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Weiland's wife: Bipolar disorder led to outburst
USA Today - BURBANK, Calif. (AP) — Scott Weiland's bipolar wife blamed a medication imbalance for rowdy behavior that left Bipolar disorder, sometimes called manic depression, is a cyclical illness in which moods fluctuate between extreme happiness and
Source: www.usatoday.com
V. Conditions of Confinement: Mental Health
Human Rights Watch - by professional mental health staff, including individual therapy and medication, as well population have a higher prevalence than boys of certain disorders, such as depression, the rates of some conditions such as PTSD, schizophrenia and bipolar
Source: hrw.org
Peer support group helps with mental health recovery
Summit Daily News - Often times people self-medicate with drugs and alcohol because of the expense of medication, Estes explained. Unless Between eight and 15 people of all ages and backgrounds and with a variety of mental illness including depression and bipolar
Source: www.summitdaily.com
Jail couple may call it quits
News.com.au - Forensic psychologist Pamela Matthews said Parker, who suffers from depression, would be better off if she was able to He is now on medication for bipolar disorder, which had led to a more stable environment, the court heard. Back in 1995, in a 60
Source: www.news.com.au
Girl's death stirs debate over psychiatric meds
MSNBC - Rebecca’s mother kept coming up with excuses for why her daughter needed more and more medication. Rebecca — who had been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity and bipolar disorder, or what used to be called manic depression — died Dec
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com
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February 2007
Belief.Net - Rather, it's the lens, and medication is the frame. I could hold up the lens to my eye all day, but that would be Psychiatrists today know depression and bipolar disorder are genetic partly because of the consistent results of twin studies and
Source: www.beliefnet.com
Depression (Bipolar Disorder)
KRON4 - The three (3) most common types of depression are major depression, dysthymia and bipolar disease: Major depression is Once these conditions are treated or the medication stopped or changed, the depression will usually go away. Symptoms The
Source: www.kron4.com
Community needs facility for psychiatric patients
Daily News Journal - Then the disease is managed with medication, counseling and other outpatient services. However, the local availability other illness in Rutherford County, but no bed, except at the Veterans Hospital, for a patient with clinical depression, bipolar
Source: www.dnj.com
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Girl's death stirs debate over psychiatric meds
MSNBC - Rebecca’s mother kept coming up with excuses for why her daughter needed more and more medication. Rebecca — who had been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity and bipolar disorder, or what used to be called manic depression — died Dec
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com
Disclosing mental illness to employer has good, bad sides
Eau Claire Leader-Telegram - She has depression, treated with therapy and medication. Until recently, it didn’t interfere with work, so she kept silent. But stress had been for a Baltimore mayor, the Visiting Nurse Association and other groups, Sheryl Williams hid her bipolar
Source: www.leadertelegram.com
Demetriou slams clubs
News.com.au - HE had suffered from bipolar for five years while at Hawthorn. DIDN'T want to play and hated every second of last HE believed his medication to treat depression had affected his motor skills. HAD been stalked by a man while at Hawthorn who had sent
Source: www.news.com.au
Better Treatment Through Better Diagnosis
14 WFIE - out-of-six Americans will battle depression at some point in their lives. A recent study found that depression associated with bipolar Now David is on the right medication for him and he says good days outnumber the bad. David says, "I have this
Source: www.14wfie.com
Health & Fitness Calendar UPCOMING
Tacoma News Tribune - BIPOLAR SUPPORT GROUP 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays and 6-8 p.m. Fridays, TACID, 6315 S. 19th HOPE FOR DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP 1-2:30 p.m. Thursdays, TACID, 6315 S. 19th St CLASS by Patti Ramos for expectant mothers who prefer to use pain relief medication
Source: www.thenewstribune.com
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Thursday, March 29, 2007
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Slate - her experience taking prescription drugs to battle ADD and depression. An After years of medication only aggravated the symptoms, a cognitive behavioral therapist diagnosed her with bipolar disorder. "Five months and $75,000 worth of
Source: www.slate.com
Health & Fitness Calendar UPCOMING
Tacoma News Tribune - BIPOLAR SUPPORT GROUP 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays and 6-8 p.m. Fridays, TACID, 6315 S. 19th HOPE FOR DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP 1-2:30 p.m. Thursdays, TACID, 6315 S. 19th St CLASS by Patti Ramos for expectant mothers who prefer to use pain relief medication
Source: www.thenewstribune.com
Driven To Distraction
US News and World Report - Mood disorders like bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety are present in from 19 to 37 percent of the cases of adult ADD. Nancy have ADD, possibly because the disorder was not diagnosed in childhood and the adult has turned to self-medication
Source: www.usnews.com
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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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Depression Help - Depression Medication Guide
Depression medications, called anti depressants, are divided into three basic categories. The MAOI's, or monoamine oxidase inhibitors, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, (SSRI's) and tricyclics, or TCA's.
The inhibition of the enzyme allows for more of the good neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and norepinephrine to reach the brain.
Some people will have to take depression medication for life, while others need only take it until the neurotransmitters in the brain rebuild themselves. The body and brain are amazing.
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Depression Help - How Does Beck Depression Inventory Work?
How Does Beck Depression Inventory Work?
Named after Aaron T. Beck, the author, Beck depression inventory known also as BDI, is a 21 question program that measures the presence of depression or depressive symptoms in adolescents and adults.
Each question tests a specific symptom of depression.
Beck Depression Inventory came into active use in 1969 although it was formulated in 1961. First designed for use in mental health facilities, it is now often self-administered.
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Health & Fitness Calendar UPCOMING
Tacoma News Tribune - BIPOLAR SUPPORT GROUP 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays and 6-8 p.m. Fridays, TACID, 6315 S. 19th HOPE FOR DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP 1-2:30 p.m. Thursdays, TACID, 6315 S. 19th St CLASS by Patti Ramos for expectant mothers who prefer to use pain relief medication
Source: www.thenewstribune.com
Jailing marijuana users is terrible
Bismarck Tribune - I wish to comment on the article, “Christmas behind bars.” The article was about the women’s prison at New England. The use of marijuana was mentioned a couple of times. I agree with Bill O’Reilly on TV and the radio — when is North Dakota
Source: www.bismarcktribune.com
Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Life Science Reports Listing
BioPortfolio - Market for Over-the-Counter Pediatric Medication and Healthcare Products Needle-Free Drug Injection Systems and Safety to take share in second-line hormone-refractory prostate cancer market Bipolar DisorderNew treatments for bipolar depression set
Source: www.bioportfolio.com
Ask the doctor
Orange County Register - Depression and Bipolar medication – the weight gain, the acne, the shakes. It's like a free therapy session. One tried to kill herself with pills. Another suffers from terrifying panic attacks. Another, severe depression. And then there is me, the bipolar
Source: www.ocregister.com
New Findings Expand Understanding of Adult ADHD CME/CE
Medscape News - and only 5% reported that they "make the final determination to treat ADHD with medication." This was a heterogeneous sample, with 11 subjects having comorbid dysthymia or depression, 7 subjects having anxiety disorders, and 1 subject with bipolar
Source: www.medscape.com
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Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Depression Help - What Exactly is Psychotic Depression? Where do the Hallucinations Come From?
What Exactly is Psychotic Depression? Where do the Hallucinations Come From?
Psychotic depression is depression accompanied by hallucination and delusions. Hallucinations is seeing and hearings things, while delusions refers to irrational fears and thoughts.
Although the cause of psychotic depression is not known, scientists have found a link to a hormone, Cortical. This hormone is produced in large quantities during periods of stress.
Antidepressants alone do not adequately treat this form of depression.
Click here for more information about psychotic depression
Peer support group helps with mental health recovery
Summit Daily News - Often times people self-medicate with drugs and alcohol because of the expense of medication, Estes explained. Unless Between eight and 15 people of all ages and backgrounds and with a variety of mental illness including depression and bipolar
Source: www.summitdaily.com
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Winnipeg Free Press - Annabelle Tom told the Free Press her daughter, Cheryl, 35, suffered from bipolar disorder - also known as manic depression - for which she too took four kinds of medication. Tom said she believed her daughter unintentionally took too much medication
Source: www.winnipegfreepress.com
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Antidepressants Don't Curtail Drinking in Women
HealthScout - The findings come from a large Canadian study of men, women, depression, drinking drinks per year, compared to 579 drinks per year for depressed men not on medication breast cancer support and stories. • BipolarConnect.com - Information on bipolar
Source: www.healthscout.com
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Jailing marijuana users is terrible
Bismarck Tribune - I wish to comment on the article, “Christmas behind bars.” The article was about the women’s prison at New England. The use of marijuana was mentioned a couple of times. I agree with Bill O’Reilly on TV and the radio — when is North Dakota
Source: www.bismarcktribune.com
Refer to a friend
PR Inside - New River developed VYVANSE as a new ADHD medication designed to provide lower potential for abuse VYVANSE or Adderall XR if you or your child are being treated for or have symptoms of depression (sadness, worthlessness, or hopelessness) or bipolar
Source: www.pr-inside.com
Spears creates shear confusion
USA Today - considered she may be suffering from postpartum depression suggests Spears' head-shaving could be a sign of bipolar disorder. "People who are also struggling with mental health issues can't be helped with a 12-step program alone.
Source: www.usatoday.com
Rosie’s New Upside Down ‘View’?
extra tv - to inject humor into “The View’s” special one-hour discussion about depression were off, I couldn't get out of bed, and that's when I started taking medication I myself am bipolar, ocd,borderline personalities and sever anixety attacks. I am
Source: extratv.warnerbros.com
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Depression Help - Depression Clinic - What to Expect, What to Bring, What to Say
Depression Clinic - What to Expect, What to Bring, What to Say
Depression clinics are off shoots of hospitals in your area.
Making the decision to get help for your depression could be one of the most important decisions of your life. The counseling and possible medication that you can at the depression clinic can change your life, giving you hope where you used to feel hopeless.
You will need to bring a list of any medications you are taking, your insurance card (if you have insurance, otherwise you may be referred to a low income or free depression clinic. Don't get upset if this happens, you'll still get the help you need,) and you'll need to come prepared to tell the truth.
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Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Depression Help - Menopause and Depression: When Hormonal Changes Lead to Apathy
Menopause and Depression: When Hormonal Changes Lead to Apathy
Some women are young when they begin to experience menopause, and depression is the most common symptom.
Menopause is a difficult change that can be overwhelming if you don't take care of yourself on all levels.
You begin to feel out of control but there is something you should be aware of.
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Reader Response: Where Do You Draw the Line?
Belief.Net - Of course, as someone with depression, I find that visualization isn't the only answer. Rather, it's the lens, and medication is the frame. and control your emotions, you wouldn't suffer," or "By saying you are bipolar
Source: www.beliefnet.com
March 2007
Belief.Net - Franklin Pierce (depression), John Adams (bipolar), James Madison (depression), Calvin Coolidge (hypochondria, depression and social The medication has to do its part, and you have to do yours. It's hard, but eventually you'll feel better." "Do the
Source: www.beliefnet.com
Depression (Bipolar Disorder)
KRON4 - The three (3) most common types of depression are major depression, dysthymia and bipolar disease: Major depression is Once these conditions are treated or the medication stopped or changed, the depression will usually go away. Symptoms The
Source: www.kron4.com
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Depression Help - Body Pain as a Physical Symptom of Depression
Body Pain as a Physical Symptom of Depression
Body pain from exertion is fairly easy to identify. It is different than a physical symptom of depression.
If you work at a computer or desk all day and come home with a sore neck, it is from the exertion of having your body in the same position all day long.
The most common physical complaint from people suffering from chronic depression is also chronic pain, the unending pain that seems to follow you everywhere, and puts a wedge between you and having fun.
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Monday, March 26, 2007
Depression Help - Depression chat rooms: Because Talking Helps
Depression chat rooms: Because Talking Helps
Why use a depression chat room?
Depression chat is a good way to discuss your feelings and thoughts with like minded people.
When your doctor is out of the office, on weekends for example, or you only see them once or twice a week, chatting online with others who suffer from the same illness can be a godsend.
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Evelyn Pringle: Suicide Risk of Neurontin Kept Hidden for Years
YubaNet - Likewise," he points out, "the off-label prescriptions of Neurontin for bipolar disorder, attention deficit disorder, and depression are also without medicated; (3) patient's unnecessary exposure to adverse side effects; and (4) improper medication
Source: www.yubanet.com
Noven Receives $25 Million Daytrana(TM) Sales Milestone
Genetic Engineering News - Daytrana(TM), developed and manufactured by Noven, is the first and only transdermal medication before using Daytrana(TM) if the child: is being treated for or has symptoms of depression (e.g. sadness, worthlessness, or hopelessness) or bipolar
Source: www.genengnews.com
Depression (Bipolar Disorder)
KRON4 - The three (3) most common types of depression are major depression, dysthymia and bipolar disease: Major depression is Once these conditions are treated or the medication stopped or changed, the depression will usually go away. Symptoms The
Source: www.kron4.com
Circadian genes may be involved in bipolar disorder
News-Medical.Net - anxiety levels, a greater willingness to engage in "risky" activities, lower levels of depression Lithium, a mood-stabilizing medication, is most commonly used in humans to treat bipolar patients. Once treated with the drug on a regular basis, the
Source: www.news-medical.net
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Depression Help - Postpartum depression is Real; Are You at Risk?
Postpartum depression is Real; Are You at Risk?
Postpartum depression happens to women of every age and economic background.
Postpartum depression syndrome is no respecter of age, class or race; any woman can be affected.
After the birth of a baby, women face many changes in their lives whether or not they are a first time mother or not.
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Sunday, March 25, 2007
Mentally ill finding more than just prayer in church
Chicago Tribune - When Pat Doyle was growing up with a mother who suffered from bipolar disorder But every time a Mike Wallace comes out about his depression, the door opens just a Council, told the story of a woman who had been managing quite well on medication
Source: www.chicagotribune.com
GPs urged to check pregnant women's mental health
Guardian Unlimited - Doctors, nurses, midwives and other professionals need to identify not only those with depression but also those with anxiety, eating disorders, bipolar should get information and support and be told about the risks and benefits of taking medication
Source: www.guardian.co.uk
Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Life Science Reports Listing
BioPortfolio - Market for Over-the-Counter Pediatric Medication and Healthcare Products Needle-Free Drug Injection Systems and Safety to take share in second-line hormone-refractory prostate cancer market Bipolar DisorderNew treatments for bipolar depression set
Source: www.bioportfolio.com
Britney Spears bulimic and bipolar?
Irish Examiner - American publication the Star the 25-year-old has been diagnosed with mental health problem bipolar disorder - manic depression The source explains, "She is on medication for bipolar disorder, but the pills are not staying in her system because
Source: www.irishexaminer.com
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Orange County Register - Depression and Bipolar medication – the weight gain, the acne, the shakes. It's like a free therapy session. One tried to kill herself with pills. Another suffers from terrifying panic attacks. Another, severe depression. And then there is me, the bipolar
Source: www.ocregister.com
Antidepressants Don't Curtail Drinking in Women
HealthScout - The findings come from a large Canadian study of men, women, depression, drinking drinks per year, compared to 579 drinks per year for depressed men not on medication breast cancer support and stories. • BipolarConnect.com - Information on bipolar
Source: www.healthscout.com
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Girl's death stirs debate over psychiatric meds
MSNBC - Rebecca’s mother kept coming up with excuses for why her daughter needed more and more medication. Rebecca — who had been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity and bipolar disorder, or what used to be called manic depression — died Dec
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com
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Depression Help - A Natural Remedy for Depression: a Look at Alternative Medicines
A Natural Remedy for Depression: a Look at Alternative Medicines
To find out more about herbs for depression, keep reading!
Proponents for a natural remedy for depression swear about the benefits of St. John's Wort, Ginseng, Ginkgo Biloba, Folic Acid, Vitamins B6 and Vitamin B9. St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is used to treat mild to moderate depression with some success.
Other herbs touted as being great for calming and treating depression are chamomile, sage, licorice, basil, clove, rosemary and ginger. This list is not comprehensive as there are many others available.
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Psychological Troubles on the Rise
Inside Higher Ed - of students with severe psychological problems and who are entering college already on psychiatric medication I’m also bipolar. I’ve had episodes of depression since I was a child and had learned to deal with it through family support and therapy.
Source: www.insidehighered.com
Mental illness is something to be treated, not feared, say experts
North County Times - divorced mother of two sets of twins from Carlsbad, who said she suffers from bipolar disorder. Diagnosed at age 23, she went off her medication organization for those with severe mental illness such as schizophrenia, major depression, and bipolar
Source: nctimes.com
Depression (Bipolar Disorder)
KRON4 - The three (3) most common types of depression are major depression, dysthymia and bipolar disease: Major depression is Once these conditions are treated or the medication stopped or changed, the depression will usually go away. Symptoms The
Source: www.kron4.com
Spears creates shear confusion
USA Today - considered she may be suffering from postpartum depression suggests Spears' head-shaving could be a sign of bipolar disorder. "People who are also struggling with mental health issues can't be helped with a 12-step program alone.
Source: www.usatoday.com
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Mentally ill finding more than just prayer in church
Chicago Tribune - When Pat Doyle was growing up with a mother who suffered from bipolar disorder But every time a Mike Wallace comes out about his depression, the door opens just a Council, told the story of a woman who had been managing quite well on medication
Source: www.chicagotribune.com
Teen shooter in Mich. struggled with anger and depression
ABC2 News - MIDLAND, Mich. -- A teenager who shot his ex-girlfriend outside her school before killing himself had struggled with anger and depression and recently had stopped taking his medication, his mother said. David Turner, 17, had bipolar disorder and
Source: www.abc2news.com
Battling depression
Eureka Times-Standard - The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance lists the following signs of depression: prolonged sadness or She sought help “off and on” over the years before finally being diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She now takes medication, which
Source: www.times-standard.com
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Depression Help - Major Depression: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Major Depression: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Also known as unipolar depression, major depression is a one time occurrence for about 50% of the persons who get it. Knowing the signs can help minimize the severity of an episode.
Unlike other forms of depression, major depression has been linked to a biological disorder.
Other psychological factors that can lead to major depression are:
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