News articles tagged with 'depression'
Huntington's disease protein has broader effects on brain, study shows
— 6 Apr 2011 17:28 | HealthIn Huntington's disease, the mutant protein known as huntingtin leads to the degeneration of a part of the brain known as the basal ganglia, causing the motor disturbances that represent…
Migrants from Mexico have increased risk of depression and anxiety disorders
— 6 Apr 2011 16:31 | HealthPeople who migrate to the United States from Mexico have a significantly higher risk of developing depressive or anxiety disorders than family members of migrants who remain in Mexico,…
Study finds link between chronic depression and accelerated immune cell ageing
— 6 Apr 2011 15:52 | HealthCertain cases of major depression are associated with premature ageing of immune cells, which may make people more susceptible to other serious illness, according to findings from a…
Teens who choose music over books are more likely to be depressed
— 6 Apr 2011 15:25 | HealthAdolescents who spend more time listening to music are far more likely to have major depressive disorder, while young people who spend more time reading books are far less likely to…
Antidepressants linked to thicker arteries
— 3 Apr 2011 11:53 | HealthAntidepressant use has been linked to thicker arteries, possibly contributing to the risk of heart disease and stroke, in a study of twin veterans. The data is being presented Tuesday,…
A woman's blues bring a relationship down
— 31 Mar 2011 15:25 | HealthDepression erodes intimate relationships. A depressed person can be withdrawn, needy, or hostile - and give little back…
Moderate sleep and less stress may help with weight loss
— 29 Mar 2011 17:22 | HealthIf you want to increase your chances of losing weight, reduce your stress level and get adequate sleep. A new Kaiser Permanente study found that people trying to lose at least 10 pounds…
Tai chi beats back depression in the elderly, study shows
— 17 Mar 2011 18:49 | HealthThe numbers are, well, depressing: More than 2 million people age 65 and older suffer from depression, including 50 percent of those living in nursing homes. The suicide rate among…
Managing post-stroke depression improves physical functioning
— 15 Mar 2011 19:41 | HealthStroke patients who are not successfully treated for depression are at higher risk of losing some of their capability to function normally, according to a study in the March 15, 2011…
Depression, age, other factors linked to dependence after stroke
— 15 Mar 2011 19:17 | HealthPeople who have a stroke are more likely to be dependent if they are depressed, older or have other medical problems, according to a study published in the March 15, 2011, print issue…