Tag Archives: depression
Risk factors for psychotic major depression
Risk factors are attributes, characteristics, or experience that increase the likelihood of developing an illness or disorder. An understanding of the risk factors involved in mental disorders may inform the development of more effective treatments or even
Electroconvulsive therapy without seizures?
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), sometimes called “electroshock therapy” is considered the most effective short-term treatment available for major depression. The procedure involves passing electrical current through the brain with electrodes placed on the scalp and is done in
Arsenic in drinking water and suicide
It is well-known that micro or trace minerals, like arsenic, aluminium, mercury and others are essential for good health. However, in spite of the fact that our body requires a tiny amount of arsenic in order to
Regular physical activity protects against depression after myocardial infarction
Depression is common and estimates suggest that in a family of four, one of the family members will likely suffer from mental health problems. Depression is even 3 times more common in patients after a heart attack
A new mouse model to study the biology of depression in cancer
Patients with advanced cancers often experience depression, which can significantly reduce their quality of life and increase mortality. Currently, the lack of a valid and useful animal model is the greatest obstacle for studying the basic biology
Depression and dementia among American Indian and Alaska native elders
In the United States when talking about health care we tend to refer to national or state programs as uniform programs that are accessed by all U.S. citizens. . But there are groups that have a separate,
