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October 27, 2016

Cancer survivors take more psych meds than other people

People who live through a bout with cancer are more likely to use medication for anxiety and depression than those without a history of malignancies, a U.S. study suggests.

October 27, 2016

Woman says magnets cured her depression

In August, Michele Pagano laughed for the first time in months.

October 27, 2016

Antidepressants in pregnancy tied to health risks for kids

Children exposed to a common type of antidepressant in the womb may be at an increased risk of complications soon after birth and years later, according to two new studies.

October 26, 2016

Work environment may moderate menopause misery

Women experiencing menopause symptoms like hot flashes and sleeping problems do better if they have a comfortable workplace and a supportive boss, according to an Australian study.

October 26, 2016

Breastfeeding support helps new moms stick with it, doctors say

Women who want to breastfeed their babies may be more likely to try it and to stick with it when they receive education and support, new U.S. guidelines conclude.

October 25, 2016

Changes in depression symptoms tied to lung cancer survival

Worsening depression symptoms are associated with shorter survival for lung cancer patients, particularly those in the early stages of disease, according to a new U.S. study.

October 20, 2016

For some, treatment doesn't clear the mental fog of sleep apnea

Many sleep apnea patients may have impaired attention and decision-making ability, even if they are being treated with CPAP, a small study suggests.

October 17, 2016

Woman forced to undergo exorcism to 'cure' her depression

When Gayathri Ramprasad was 26 years old, she underwent an exorcism.

October 13, 2016

Comedian Chris Gethard's one-man show focuses on depression struggle

Comedian Chris Gethard has managed to find a rich vein of comedy in the unlikeliest place — clinical depression.

October 13, 2016

10 things you should never say to someone with depression

If you have a friend or family member who is depressed, you may not know what to say or you may say things that make the person feel worse.