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Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder: Strategies for Women

Lightwork

Diagnosis and Treatment Options for Seasonal Affective Disorder Recognizing SAD symptoms is the first step – seeking professional help is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. Regular monitoring allows for adjustments to your treatment plan as needed.

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Summing up the STAR*D Scandal: The Public was Betrayed, Millions were Harmed, and the Mainstream Media Failed Us All

Mad in America

American psychiatry has weathered the crisis; it will not have to confront a public stunned by news of how the oft-cited 67% cumulative remission rate, in the largest and longest study ever done to evaluate depression treatment,” was born of scientific misconduct. Short of this, the best remaining course to take is a retraction.”

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Postpartum Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

My Psychiatry

Postpartum depression , often abbreviated as PPD, is a complex mix of emotional, behavioral, and physical changes that happen to mothers after giving birth. PPD is categorized as a form of major depression as per the DSM-5 (the manual used to diagnose mental disorders).