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Articles from February 2011

• Gaming may curb depressive symptoms

  Many people are prone to turning to illicit substances to relieve depression and anxiety, but new research suggests that there is a safer way to relieve stress: gaming. more...

• Illinois high school students screened for depression

  As more reports of suicide make national news, communities across the country are making an effort to discuss depression with adolescents. more...

• Hoarding remains a secret in many American homes

  There are many types of obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD), but hoarding is one that has recently been in the spotlight as a result of reality television. more...

• PennDOT reports increase in motor vehicle accidents

  Many individuals who are authorized to operate a motor vehicle fail to follow the rules of the road. more...

• More people hoard on their computers

  Obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD) come in a variety of different forms, one of which involves allowing items of sentimental value to build up and create clutter. more...

• Former drug addict turns to art to stay sober

  Children are easily influenced by the action of their parents, and adults who do not provide a good example typically put their kids at risk of developing detrimental habits themselves. more...

• More babies born addicted to drugs in Florida

  As prescription drugs become a growing problem across the country, more hospitals are seeing cases of addicted babies. more...

• Lawmakers push for medical marijuana as treatment for PTSD

  Many veterans are diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) when they return home from war, which is the result of extreme trauma. more...

• PTSD symptoms help doctors diagnose the condition

  Many soldiers who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan are coming home with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which occurs after an individual has suffered a large amount of emotional trauma. more...

• PTSD coach raises awareness of the condition

  Millions of Americans are diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) every year, which is a psychiatric illness that results after an individual has endured massive trauma. more...

• Women find trouble sleeping after consuming alcohol

  Many people prefer to sleep off the effects of alcohol, but a new study shows that it may not be the answer to recovering from a night of heavy drinking, especially in women. more...

• Ecstasy may not have negative cognitive effects

  Street drugs have been said to cause a negative impact on an individual's overall health, but a new study has found that Ecstasy may not be as harmful as originally thought. more...

• President Obama to invest more in veteran care

  Many Americans are eager to serve their country during times of war, but they do not anticipate developing a depressive disorder or traumatic brain injury (TBI). more...

• More veterans prescribed psychiatric drugs for PTSD

  Many veterans are diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after enduring trauma in combat, and physicians typically prescribe medication to help patients manage the symptoms. more...

• President Obama quits smoking after years of nicotine addiction

  President Obama has been known in the past for his habit of smoking under stress, but the First Lady recently announced that he has been cigarette-free for almost a year. more...

• Dhue discusses battle with alcoholism on Today show

  Alcoholism not only affects the general public, but celebrities as well. more...

• Washington county places ban on e-cigarettes

  Many smokers who have used electronic cigarettes to kick their nicotine addiction vouch for the devices, but counties across the U.S. are instituting bans on the products, which are finding their way into the hands of minors. more...

• Winter has both positive, negative effects on patients

  Winter weather can not only put a damper on daily activities, but it can have an impact on an individual's physical and mental health. more...

• Georgia takes proactive measures against underage drinking

  Underage drinking is a growing problem across the country, but Georgia is attempting to take precautionary steps to keep the issue from spiraling out of control. more...

• Drinking in adolescence may lead to alcoholism in adulthood

  Teenagers are known to overindulge in alcohol, but new research has found that drinking at an early age can carry over into adulthood. more...

• San Diego considers court for veterans

  A number of individuals who commit crimes due to impaired decision-making suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a condition that occurs after a person has endured a large amount of trauma. more...

• South Carolina woman write about personal PTSD experience

  Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a psychiatric illness that can result in violent mood swings and impaired decision-making, typically affects soldiers who engage in combat. more...

• New device detects serotonin levels in patients

  Through years of research, experts have determined that serotonin levels in the brain may be the cause of depression in patients. more...

• Parents may be susceptible to developing PTSD

  Veterans often come to mind when individuals think of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but parents of children with serious illnesses are susceptible to developing the condition as well. more...

• Trauma to blame for most cases of hoarding

  Many people think of hoarders as irresponsible individuals who detest cleaning, but experts say that the obsessive-compulsive disorder goes deeper than most understand. more...

• Florida cracks down on prescription pill addiction

  Many individuals have turned to prescription drugs as a way to get high, but this may soon come to an end in Florida, as Attorney General Pam Bondi rolls out a plan to crack down on prescription pill addiction. more...

• New York attempts to end illegal cigarette sales

  Many people are smokers, and states across the country have set taxes to not only deter these individuals from using cigarettes, but also make up for healthcare costs. more...

• Florida attempts to control prescription drug addiction

  Many individuals develop a dependency to prescription medications over time, but many physicians are unaware of the addiction. more...

• Professor claims spiritual healing may help veterans

  Serving abroad can be emotionally stressful for soldiers who are separated from their families for months at a time. more...

• More smokers use electronic cigarettes to quit

  Many individuals who have made the attempt to quit smoking have turned to electronic cigarettes to wean themselves off of tobacco. more...

• Kids suffering from PTSD find trouble bonding

  Veterans often come to mind when people think of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a psychological condition that impairs decision-making and can result in violent mood swings. more...

• Divorce lawyer not surprised by alcohol study findings

  Recently, a study was conducted by Indiana University professor Mary Waldron, examining the effect of alcohol on marriages. more...

• New technology may prevent drunk driving

  Many people are killed in drunk driving accidents annually, but a new gadget may be able to prevent individuals from operating a motor vehicle after they have had too much to drink. more...