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- Facts About Anti-DepressantsYou probably know that anti-depressants are given to people who are depressed. You also know that they prescribed by physicians and psychiatrists. But what else do you know about anti-depressants?
- Stroke Risk for Middle-Aged Women Taking Anti-DepressantsAccording to a new study published in Stroke-American Heart Association Journal, middle-aged women that suffer from depression are now considered to be at a higher risk of suffering from a stroke.
Prozac's Side Effects May Include Early Death and Sexual DysfunctionAnti-depressants have been shown to increase the risk for early death, seizures, heart attacks, and strokes. Those that take anti-depressants also are at high risk for sexual dysfunction.
Survey Shows 33% of Women Take Anti-Depressants at One PointA recent survey shows that 1 out of every 3 women has taken anti-depressants at one point in order to cope with depression.- The Effects of DepressantsDepressants are classified according to the extent of their medical effect on the body. This class of drugs acts as endorphins and naturally blocks pain by reducing activity in the central nervous system.
- Treating Depression with S-ameA summary of the benefits of the nutrient S-ame and it's ability to boost mood and improve depression
- Natural Remedies for DepressionNatural remedies for depression are needed by the more than 20 million adults in the United States who experience depression in a given year. Depression has many facets because sadness, grief, and mood swings are part and parcel of life.
Natural Herbal Anti-Depressant and Anti-Anxiety First Aid RemediesI've struggled with anxiety and depression all of my life. For seven years I took the SSRI anti-depressant Paxil (Paroxetine). After weaning myself I turned to homeopathic and herbal remedies. Here is my herbal and homeopathic first aid kit.
Psychological and Emotional Addiction to Anti-DepressantsI've been taking anti-depressants for seven years and have quit them within the last few weeks. While they may not be physically addictive, anti-depressants are definitely emotionally and psychologically addictive.- Recovering from SSRI Anti-Depressants: Learning to Practice Self-Care Without MedicationA big part of coming off from anti-depressants involves learning to take care of yourself with medication. It's easy to forget self-care and rely on medication to cope with depressive issues. Quitting anti-depressants means rethinking self-care habits.
- Quitting SSRI Anti-Depressants: Self-Medicating Depression or Panic AttacksIf you've been taking an anti-depressant, especially an SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) for some time and want to quit, you'll want to prepare for certain withdrawal symptoms. Self-medicating depression and panic attacks delays recovery.
- Tips for Coping with SSRI Anti-Depressant Discontinuation Sydrome: Withdrawal DizzinessAre you trying to get off from anti-depressants? Did you know that coming off SSRI anti-depressants like Paxil can cause withdrawal symptoms? If you are feeling dizzy, you may be experiencing Anti-Depressant Discontinuation Syndrome.
- Understanding Anti-Depressant Discontinuation Syndrome and SSRI Withdrawal DizzinessFor the last month, I have been weaning myself off all anti-depressants, including Paxil which I have taken for seven years. I knew the journey wouldn't be easy, but I wasn't prepared for the intense dizziness I'm experiencing. Here's how I cope
- Getting Off Anti-Depressants: Anti-Depressant Discontinuation SyndromeI have taken Paxil for seven years. This summer I began tapering off the anti-depressant medication. Each time that I have tried to quit taking Paxil, I experience acute dizziness. Doctors call this Anti-Depressant Discontinuation Syndrome.
- Understanding Chemistry as a Means of Treating DepressionWhile depression has long carried a stigma of illegitimacy, evidence shows that the affliction stems from the physical make up of the body.
- Anti-Depressants and Prescription Medication Replace Alcohol and Street DrugsDoctors are irresponsibly prescribing medications of all kinds.
- Want to Lose Weight? Get Off the Anti-DepressantsFor the first 40 years of my life, I a) maintained a constant weight of 130 pounds even after four babies and b) did not take anti-depressants. In 2003, I went on Paxil after the loss of a baby. Since then I've been steadily gaining weight.
How Can I Treat My Depression Besides Taking Anti-Depression Medication?A look at some of the more popular alternative treatments for depression.- Returning to the Real WorldWhat it really feels like to stop taking anti-depressants.
- Why is Scientology Against the Use of Anti-depressants?Scientologists clash with the medical establishment, claiming that anti-depressants are poison and psychiatry is "evil". Why do they think this?
- When Your Anti-depressant Stops WorkingSometimes long-term anti-depressant use is not beneficial to the depression or anxiety sufferer. Never stop taking your medication without speaking to your doctor but here are some thoughts about long-term use of medications for mental illnesses.
- Pilots Allowed to Take Anti-DepressantsThis new FAA regulatory step will allow pilots to get their depression treated and still be able to take to the sky. Regulators say this move will not decrease safety in the sky; Others are not so optimistic.
- Side Effects Typically Seen in Extended Release Anti-DepressantsIf your doctor has recommended an extended release anti-depressant medication for you, here is what you need to know about the potential side effects.
- How to Wean Off Extended Release Anti-DepressantsTaking extended release anti-depressants over a long period of time can lead to complications with health. For many anti-depressant users, the desire to wean off of the medications must be balanced with a plan as described here.
- High Cholesterol Impacted by DepressionIf you suffer from depression, you may be at a marked risk for higher cholesterol due to these factors.
How Do Anti-Depressants Work?How do anti-depressants work to alter the neurotransmissions within our brains? How do our minds work? This article seeks to explain.- New Study: Why You Should Consider Other Options Before Switching to Anti-DepressantsNew studies have come to show that anti-depressants are no better than placebos when it comes to curing or aiding those with severe symptoms of depression. For many suffering from depression, psychotherapy will be a safer alternative.
- My Experience with Anti DepressantsI took anti-depressants for over a year, and I noticed that there was alot of good and bad to it.
- Will Anti-Depressants Cure Your Depression?A new study published by the JAMA reports that in some people taking a placebo worked as well as taking an anti-depressant. Will taking an anti-depressant work for your depression?
Emotional Health Help: Diet and Nutrition Vs. Anti-Depressant DrugsOver 50% of Americans take some form of prescribed anti-depressant drug. Anti-depressants can be helpful in treating depression, but there is a larger, oft-overlooked piece to solving the depression puzzle. Diet and nutrition.- Weaning Your Dog, Safely, from Anti-Depressant Medication UsageDogs, like humans, must be weaned from anti-depressant medication usage under a veterinarian's supervision.
- Withdrawal Symptoms from Anti-Depressant Medication UsageWhen discontinuing anti-depressant medication, it is important to do so under a doctor's orders due to the adverse withdrawal symptoms
Recognizing the Side Effects of Anti-DepressantsCoping with and understanding anti-depressant side effects.- Was Season Premiere of House Pushing Anti-Depressants?Although entertaining, when it was over I felt like I just watched an after school special.
- What is the Treatment for Major Recurrent Depression?Major recurrent depression, a type of mood disorder, is the most severe category of depression. Though it is far more serious than typical depression, major recurrent depression can be treated on an outpatient basis.
- Remeron: Anti-Depressant Drug OverviewAn overview of the anti-depressant drug Remeron and my experience with it.
- Anti-depressants in Bipolar PatientsCan anti-depressants really do more harm than good when given to bipolar patients? More and more studies are proving that in some instances, they CAN!
- Drug Therapy Treatment for DepressionWhat drug therapy treatment is available for treating depression.
- How to Make the Decision to Take Anti-DepressantsThis is a how to guide on how to make the decision to go on anti-depressants after a life changing, difficult situation occurs in your life.
- How Seroquel Helped Me: A Medication to Consider If Anti-depressants Aren't WorkingI battled depression and psychosis for 35 years. Anti depressants were often prescribed for me but only worked a little, like a band-aid. The anti-psychotic drug Seroquel was a better fit for me.
