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- Different emotions influence symptom reporting
The negative emotions that an individual experiences can have an impact on the symptoms they report to physicians, according to a recent study on depression and anxiety. more...
- Depression can influence chronic disease patients' quality of life
An individual who suffers from both a chronic disease and depression may be at a higher risk of death and other complications. This is true of patients afflicted with the emotional disorder and chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), according to new research. more...
- A history of depression may hurt a heart attack patient's care
If a heart attack patient also has a history of depression, he or she may be less likely to receive priority care in an emergency room, according to new Canadian research. more...
- Targeting specific cells may help treat depression
Hyperactive cells that were identified in a region of the brain in a recent animal study may provide a new target for depression treatment. more...
- Study explores ways of identifying burnout
An individual who is experiencing burnout is at risk for developing physical and psychological conditions, such as anxiety and clinical depression. more...
- Peer support may reduce depressive symptoms
The results of a recent study show that peer support programs may be an effective form of treating depression. more...
- Minority adolescents may not receive depression treatment
Recent research shows that racial and ethnic minorities who suffer from depression may be less likely to receive the treatment than non-Hispanic Caucasians. more...
- Depression can come between new mothers and their babies
A new study on how depressed women respond to their baby's crying has revealed that new mothers suffering from the mood disorder might be more disengaged when their offspring is in need of comfort. more...
- A Woman's family may influence alcoholism and depression
The results of a new study on addiction in families reveal that a woman's environment may have an impact on her risk of developing alcoholism, depression and behavioral issues as she ages. more...
- Nurses may only require minimal training to deliver effective depression treatments
The results of a recent preliminary study show that individuals with severe depression may be able to receive treatment from mental health nurses with minimal training. more...
- Depressive symptoms may be traced back to ones diet
New research shows that a diet containing trans-fats and saturated fats may increase the risk of depression. more...
- Effects of homophobia may lead to depression
Due to homophobia, young adults who are lesbian, gay or bisexual (LGB) are at a higher risk for developing severe mental health problems, such as depression and anxiety. more...
