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Mad in America’s 10 Most Popular Articles in 2024

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Subscribers get free access to all Mad in America content and webinar events. The findings reinforce the view that addressing the high prevalence rates of depression via symptom recognition and treatment with antidepressants is unlikely to be effective. Please donate to help us continue our work in 2025 and beyond.

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Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder: Strategies for Women

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The right SAD lamp, positioned correctly at your desk or breakfast table, can significantly impact your daily mood and energy levels. Small, consistent efforts to reach out and engage with others can significantly impact your mental well-being.

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Much of U.S. Healthcare Is Broken: How to Fix It (Chapter 2, Part 2)

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S ome of the following studies appeared in my book Antidepressants: Science, Magic or Marketing , 1 and in the next section, I will report on some of the more recent depression treatment outcome studies. even getting on a waiting list for treatment), the severity of their depression lessons in most cases.

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Postpartum Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Postpartum Depression Treatment There are different ways of treating PPD depending on the symptoms and their severity. Available treatment options include psychotherapy, antidepressant or anti-anxiety medications, and participation in support groups for emotional support.

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

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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. Eli Lilly honed a four-point message for the media.

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Day # 147: Bulimia Nervosa Part 2

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Binge eating commonly begins during or after an episode of dieting to lose weight and/or multiple stressful life events. Pharmacotherapy : Fluoxetine is the only FDA approved medication for the treatment of bulimia nervosa (in adults) and should be considered as the first-line medication option. Other SSRIs (e.g.