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Pregnancy October 26, 2015

Antidepressant link to newborn disorder may be less than believed

Use of antidepressants late in pregnancy may be associated with an increased risk of babies born with a serious respiratory disorder, but the increased risk appears to be less than previous research has suggested, according to a new study.

Prescription for Health October 26, 2015

Germanwings tragedy highlights stigma surrounding mental illness

As more details emerge about a 27-year-old German co-pilot, Andreas Lubitz, who, authorities say purposely crashed Germanwings Flight 9525 into the French Alps, killing 149 people and himself on March 24, we are learning more about his issues with depression and mental illness. 

Depression October 26, 2015

Destigmatizing mental disorders key to teen suicide prevention, says advocate mom

Following a devastating tragedy, one family turned their grief into outreach for young adults with mental illness. Their organization, Attitudes in Reverse (AIR), is one of the only organizations in the U.S. that focuses on educating this at-risk demographic.    

Depression October 26, 2015

Online life for teens may lead to real-life problems

Teens' online behaviors may create real-life problems like relationship abuse and negative thoughts on body image, according to two new studies.

Depression October 26, 2015

Depressed? Botox might be the key to happiness

Picture this: your appointment with your therapist is coming to a close and instead of writing you a prescription for an antidepressant, he gives you an injection of Botox and sends you on your way.

Depression October 26, 2015

4 ways to fight seasonal depression naturally

The shorter days of winter can give you the blues, and for some people, it may even lead to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), or seasonal depression. Here are four natural ways to combat the condition 

Depression October 26, 2015

Long-time stress in women linked to higher risk of Alzheimer’s

Middle-aged women who are introverted and easily distressed may be more likely to develop dementia later in life, suggests a nearly 40-year-long study.

Depression October 26, 2015

Sibling bullying may increase depression risk

Being bullied by a sibling may increase a child’s risk for depression when they are older, BBC News reported.

MENTAL HEALTH October 26, 2015

Study finds young people on antidepressants more prone to violence

Young people taking antidepressants such as Prozac and Seroxat are significantly more likely to commit violent crimes when they are on the medication, but taking higher doses of the drugs appears to reduce that risk, scientists said on Tuesday.

MENTAL HEALTH October 26, 2015

A sun salutation a day may keep the doctor away

Training patients to practice deep relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation - long touted to ease stress and anxiety - may also lead them to make fewer doctor visits, a U.S. study suggests.

Depression October 26, 2015

Bullying among kids tied to suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts

School children who are bullied are more than twice as likely to think about killing themselves and to make suicide attempts as their peers who aren't bullied, according to a new analysis.