SAD: Season Affective Disorder
It’s that time of the year again, a time when light is more scarce and darkness is abundant. Seasonal Affective Disorder, SAD for short, affects from 1.4 percent (in Florida)…
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Crystal Meth fuels the fire of HIV/AIDS
A recent study published in the Dec 3, 2007 issue of AIDS Clinical Care reinforces preexistence evidence of the integral connection between HIV/AIDS and crystal meth. Crystal meth can cause…
ReadDepression can lead to bone loss
A recent study revealed that depression can actually cause bone loss and osteoporosis. The study was conducted by scientists at Jerusalem’s Hebrew University and used mice as test subjects. The…
ReadCampaign to raise awareness about childhood mental illness too successful?
New York University’s Child Study Center recently commissioned a campaign to raise awareness about mental health issues among children that has sparked a public debate. The campaign, produced pro bono…
ReadChild injury associated with depressed mothers
A recent study published in the Nov. 30th issue of Injury Prevention has found a clear connection between mothers with persistent elevated levels of depression and injuries among their children.…
ReadPotential dangers of bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery, while providing hope for health among those that are obese, does have its potential dangers. According to a recent study published in the October edition of Archives of…
ReadGrieving Adults have higher instance of mortality and physical complaints
According to a recent synthesis of research published in the Dec 8 issue of The Lancet, grieving adults may have an increased risk for mortality as well as physical complaints.…
ReadAnxious people at risk for sleep disturbance after traumatic events
A recent study suggests that people with anxious personalities are more likely to develop sleep disturbance after traumatic events. According to a study published in the November 1st issue of…
ReadTen tips for holiday sobriety
The Holidays are filled with temptations for the person struggling with an addictive disorder. There are work and social events, “get together’s” with family and friends, and celebrations of all…
ReadIs body dysmorphic disorder biological?
People with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) see themselves as being unattractive, ugly, or disfigured. Often people suffering from BDD will opt to have plastic surgery or facial reconstruction to deal…
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