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Depression: Treatment Rising, But Psychotherapy Declining December 13, 2010 . 2 Comments
As awareness of depression rises and stigma of this common mental health concern fades, a greater number of people are being treated for depression than ever before. But as the depression ... Read More
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Depression, Antidepressants, and Psychotherapy: A Changing Relationship December 3, 2010 . 4 Comments
There are many different opinions about whether psychotherapy, antidepressants, or a combination of the two is the most appropriate response to depression. As with most debated topics, ... Read More
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Two New Studies on the Challenges of Treating Teen Depression November 5, 2010 . 4 Comments
Depression is one of the most common mental health complaints expressed by adolescents and teenagers, including both those who are in therapy or counseling and those who are not. Despite ... Read More
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Are Antidepressants Really the Best Choice? The Debate Continues October 21, 2010 . 4 Comments
Is therapy the best treatment for depression? What about antidepressants? A combination of the two? How about supplemental or alternative therapies including yoga and meditation, or good ... Read More
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Improves Quality of Life for Schizophrenia Patients October 12, 2010 . 5 Comments
Most patients diagnosed with schizophrenia will be prescribed one or more medications for the rest of their life. Left untreated in any form, symptoms of the condition can disrupt personal ... Read More
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Antidepressants Reduce Aggression by Altering Moral Judgment September 29, 2010 . No Comments
Rarely are antidepressants advised as a primary course of treatment for depression. Generally, therapy and counseling are considered essential to helping people who struggle with depressive ... Read More
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School Refusal: Anxiety, Bullying, and Long-Term Psychological Consequences September 26, 2010 . 7 Comments
It’s common enough for kids to become shy or nervous about starting the new school year. But for some students, the anxiety is overwhelming enough that they try to avoid school at any ... Read More
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Depression and Acupuncture: Exploring Complementary and Alternative Healing September 24, 2010 . 3 Comments
The brain is a fascinating thing, and much research is being done to explore the relationship between emotions and brain behavior. Recently, a new study was able to illustrate significant ... Read More
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New Trial PTSD Treatment Uses MDMA (Ecstasy) To Enhance Psychotherapy July 20, 2010 . 17 Comments
Clinical trials have been underway to see if MDMA, commonly known as Ecstasy, might be effective in providing effective psychotherapy for PTSD sufferers whose conditions have been otherwise ... Read More
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Narrative Hypnosis Specialist Reacts to APA Meeting June 4, 2010 . 2 Comments
The American Psychiatric Association, or APA, recently held its annual meeting in New Orleans, perhaps an apt location for the event given the difficulties being endured by those keeping ... Read More
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Has Psychiatry Lost its Soul? One Expert Argues Deception, Medications Tarnish Field May 27, 2010 . 6 Comments
Many people imagining the profession of psychiatry might consider a practitioner’s ability to talk with a client and uncover the specific issues and concerns that have brought them ... Read More
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Painting the Landscape of Modern Psychopharmacology May 7, 2010 . 9 Comments
Criticisms over the prevalence of over-medication among modern therapists, psychiatrists, and psychopharmacologists has been reaching a crescendo for quite some time, with parents upset ... Read More
