Depression

Depression Could Worsen Mental Decline in Heart Patients

MONDAY, March 5 -- Older people with heart disease who have undergone a cardiac catheterization may be at much greater risk for mental decline if they also show persistent signs of depression, according to a new study.Researchers fro...

Moms' Antidepressants May Affect Babies' Head Size: Study

MONDAY, March 5 -- Pregnant women taking certain antidepressants may be more likely to deliver infants with reduced head growth, a new study suggests.The researchers also found that although selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (S...

National Guard Deployment May Sometimes Trigger Alcohol Abuse

MONDAY, Feb. 20 -- U.S. National Guard soldiers have a high risk of developing alcohol abuse during and after deployment, and this risk is associated with post-traumatic stress disorder and depression, researchers say.The new study...

HIV Severity, Treatment Unrelated to Kids' Mental Woes: Study

FRIDAY, Feb. 10 -- There's little evidence linking disease severity or antiretroviral treatment with the degree of psychiatric symptoms in HIV-positive children and teens infected around the time of birth, according to a new study.So...

Mom's Support Tied to Child's Brain Development

Study Finds That Strong Parental Support May Be Linked to Area of Brain Important for Handling Stress By Brenda Goodman, MAWebMD Health News Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Jan. 30, 2012 -- Mothers who are more supportive of their young children thro...

Narcissism Especially Bad for Men's Health, Study Says

MONDAY, Jan. 23 -- The inflated sense of self-importance common to narcissism can be toxic to relationships, but a new study suggests the personality trait may also harm men's health.Researchers from the Universities of Michigan and ...

Ob-Gyns Should Screen for Domestic Abuse: Experts

TUESDAY, Jan. 24 -- Obstetricians and gynecologists should screen all patients for intimate partner violence, including during prenatal visits, according to new recommendations from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecolog...

Why Some Children May Grow Out' of Autism

But Kids With Several Physical, Psychological Problems May Be Less Likely to Improve Over Time, Study Shows By Brenda Goodman, MAWebMD Health News Reviewed by Hansa D. Bhargava, MD Jan. 23, 2012 -- Some kids with autism will no longer qualify fo...

U.S. Military Women Exposed to More Combat Than Ever Before

THURSDAY, Jan. 19 -- Female American soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan have been involved in more combat than in prior wars and have the same post-traumatic stress disorder rate as men, a new study has found.For the study, researche...

Diabetes and Foot Problems Slideshow Pictures - Treating Diabetes, Depression Together May Make Sense

How can diabetes affect my feet? For people with diabetes, having too much glucose (sugar) in their blood for a long time can cause some serious complications, including foot problems. The two main concerns are diabetic neuropathy and peripheral v...

Treating Diabetes, Depression Together May Make Sense

FRIDAY, Jan. 20 -- Patients with depression and type 2 diabetes showed more improvement when they received simultaneous treatment for both conditions, researchers report.Their 12-week study of 180 patients found that nearly 61 perc...

Report: 1 in 5 Adults Had Mental Illness in 2010

Rates of Illness Significantly Higher Than Rates of Treatment By Matt McMillenWebMD Health News Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Jan. 19, 2012 -- A new federal report estimates that 20% of American adults -- more than 45 million people -- had some ...

Low Levels of Vitamin D May Be Linked to Depression

Before Hitting the Supplements Though, Check With Your Doctor By Denise MannWebMD Health News Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD Jan. 10, 2012 -- Feeling blue? It may be time to check your vitamin D levels.New research suggests that low levels of vi...

In the Age of Email, the Good, Old Letter Still Holds Sway

WEDNESDAY, Dec. 28 -- Instant communication may be all the rage, but old-fashioned letter-writing may have a more beneficial lasting effect on recipients.In a study involving soldiers serving in war zones, most in Iraq, researchers f...

Understanding Depression Slideshow - Holiday Blues May Signal Depression

Depression: What Is It? It's natural to feel down sometimes, but if that low mood lingers day after day, it could signal depression. Major depression is an episode of sadness or apathy that lasts at least two consecutive weeks and is severe enough...

Holiday Blues May Signal Depression

WEDNESDAY, Dec. 21 -- The holidays can be a particularly difficult time for people suffering from depression.Experts from Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, part of the Loyola University Health System, said they are bracing for an increase ...

Widowers Who Stay Single Might Face More Mental Health Woes

WEDNESDAY, Dec. 21 -- Widowers who are still single a few years after their wife's death have a significantly increased chance of developing mental health disorders, according to a new study.Researchers followed 691 Swedish widowers ...

Chorus Gives Voice to Those With Alzheimer's

THURSDAY, Dec. 22 -- Late December wouldn't be the same without the uplifting sound of holiday choirs, but there's a unique chorus in New York City, called "The Unforgettables," that's bringing new harmony to singers and audiences al...

Recession Hurt Parent-Child Ties, Survey Finds

THURSDAY, Dec. 15 -- The recent recession took a toll on parent-child ties, with parents who were under financial strain reporting that they felt less connected to their kids and kids saying they were less likely to act with generosi...

Medicaid Spending for Depression Rose in Past Decade

WEDNESDAY, Dec. 7 -- While spending for Medicaid patients with depression has increased substantially, there have been only small improvements in care, a new study shows.Researchers analyzed data from Medicaid patients treated for de...

Abuse in Childhood May Alter Teen Brain

MONDAY, Dec. 5 -- A new study finds abuse in childhood may be associated with changes in the teenage brain.The research found that teens who've been abused or neglected have less "gray matter" -- tissue that contains brain cells -- ...

Newer Antidepressants Work Equally Well, Study Finds

But Medicines Do Differ in Side Effects, How Quickly They Work By Kathleen DohenyWebMD Health News Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Dec. 5, 2011 -- Newer antidepressants are all about equally effective, according to a new analysis, but that doesn't...

Chronic Disease May Up Out-of-Pocket Costs for Insured

TUESDAY, Nov. 29 -- Among families with employer-sponsored health care plans, those coping with chronic illness pay more out of their pockets than those without chronic illness, primarily because of higher prescription drug copayment...

One in 12 Teens Engages in Self-Harm: Report

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 16 -- One in 12 teens deliberately harm themselves, but 90% give up the behavior by the time they're young adults, a new study shows.Self-harm, which includes cutting and burning, is one of the strongest predictors of...

Study: Eating Lots of Trans Fat May Lower Quality of Life

Higher Trans Fat Intake Linked to Lower Happiness, Well-Being By Salynn BoylesWebMD Health News Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MDNov. 4, 2011 -- Many people indulge far too often in trans-fat-heavy foods because it makes them feel good, even though t...

When Dads Have Depression, Kids May Be at Risk, Too

MONDAY, Nov. 7 -- Children of fathers who seem depressed are more likely to show signs of behavioral and emotional problems, although the nature of the link isn't clear, researchers report.The study also suggests that kids whose pare...

Exercise and Depression (Depression)

Want to learn more about exercise and depression? Many studies indicate that people who exercise regularly benefit with a positive boost in mood and lower rates of depression. What Are the Psychological Benefits of Exercise With Depression? ...

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Depression)

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment for depression. At the heart of CBT is an assumption that a person's mood is directly related to his or her patterns of thought. Negative, dysfunctional thinking affects a person's mood, se...

Antidepressants (Depression)

Not only does it take time to get an accurate depression diagnosis, finding the right medication to treat depression can be a complicated, delicate process. Someone may have a serious medical problem, such as heart disease or liver or kidney disease,...

Causes of Depression (Depression)

Have you ever wondered what causes clinical depression? Perhaps you have been diagnosed with major depression, and that's made you question why some people get depressed while others don't. Depression is an extremely complex disease. It occurs f...