health issues

Live-in Depression Centers ?

Question by Bronwyn: Live-In Depression Centers ?
I’m 15 years old, and have been depressed for a little over a year now.
Iv’e saw a therapist for awhile but there was no progress.
I… Continue reading

'Proper Treatment for Depression Necessary for Some Stroke Victims'

'Proper Treatment for Depression Necessary for Some Stroke Victims'
One out of three people affected by stroke becomes a victim of depression and there is a need for its proper treatment, according to experts at the National Stroke Conference which… Continue reading

Hello Doctor Ep 13 – Interview Eating Disorders

Hello Doctor Ep 13 – Interview Eating Disorders — Former Miss-SA Claudia Henkel visits us in the Hello Doctor set to talk about her struggle with Anorexia. Later we are joined by Occupational Therapist, Debb…


Doctors on Call: Eating disorders… Continue reading

Night Eating Disorder May Signal Mental Health Issues

Night eating disorder may signal mental health issues
A fairly rare eating disorder whose signature is excessive eating – though not necessarily binging – at night needs further study since it may signal other mental health issues, researchers say. They… Continue reading

How to Get a Good Night's Sleep — Even When You're Depressed

How to Get a Good Night's Sleep — Even When You're Depressed
With a little bit of willpower and a change in routine, you can do this. Sleep is important. In fact, respondents to my survey of over 4,000 people… Continue reading

When Is Fat a Heart Risk? Scientists Re-Evaluate Its Role in Your Health

When is fat a heart risk? Scientists re-evaluate its role in your health
Neeland and his team followed 972 obese Dallas County, Texas, residents over eight years and found that those who store most of their fat just beneath the… Continue reading

What Can I Do With My Life?

Question by Kyle: What Can I Do With My Life?
I suffer from schitso-affective disorder and my family dosen’t give me good support for this mental disorder. My mom is loud in nature, my sister used to abuse me verbally… Continue reading

Teen Girls With Mental Health Issues Have Higher Risk of Pregnancy: Study

Teen girls with mental health issues have higher risk of pregnancy: study
The study found pregnancy rates among girls with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or major depression were not only three times higher, but they also have been declining at a… Continue reading

Is There Any Help for Veterans? Still Trying to Work ….?

Question by t0mij03: Is there any help for Veterans? Still trying to work ….?

As a Veteran, What rights do you have as far as disablilities and employment?
If you are a Vet. and you have PST and have been… Continue reading

Quebec Soldiers With Mental Health Issues Have Fastest Access to Care in Canada

Quebec soldiers with mental health issues have fastest access to care in Canada
Legendre, 35, was diagnosed with depression and put on medication in October 2009. He saw nurses and social workers who specialized in mental health, but he was… Continue reading