Womens Health - Depression

Fish Oils May Not Help Treat Depression

Fish oil supplements don't seem to help treat depression in heart patients.

Depression Therapy: A New Approach

For three years, Karen Day searched for a treatment that would help with her depression . Medications caused unbearable side affects so her general physician recommended she look into Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.

Less Than Half of People See a Doctor for Depression

Less than half of men and women with depression ever see a doctor for treatment, according to a new study from Canada.

The Mediterranean Diet Could Help Prevent Depression

The Mediterranean diet may help prevent depression in some people.

Depression May Increase Risk of Death From Cancer

Depression may increase the risk of dying from cancer.

New Guidelines for Depression During Pregnancy

Two leading physician organizations have issued new guidelines for women trying to determine the best treatment for depression during pregnancy.

Online Therapy May Help Depression

"Chatting" with a therapist online might help people suffering from depression .

Depression Diagnosises Have Gone Down

The number of children and adults diagnosed with depression has gone down since 2003- the same year the FDA warned that antidepressants could be associated with increased suicidal thoughts among youth.

Chronic Pain Often Leads to Depression

Reflex sympathetic dystrophy is a painful neurological disorder that can lead to depression and anxiety.

Sleepiness Could Just Be Postpartum Depression

Women who complain of sleepiness after having a baby could also be experiencing postpartum depression .