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With Mayo Clinic psychiatrist Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
December 20, 2008
Managing the holiday blues
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
The holidays can be the best of times for some people, the worst for others. Here are some tips if you're struggling. Continue reading 13 comments posted
November 25, 2008
Depression and pregnancy
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Pregnancy is a happy time, but doesn't prevent depression. Continue reading 2 comments posted
November 17, 2008
It's a SAD time of year
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
If you get the winter blues from lack of sunlight, treatment is available. Continue reading 10 comments posted
November 5, 2008
Managing depression in the workplace
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Depression has a significant impact on the workplace. Continue reading 40 comments posted
October 23, 2008
Depression in men less frequent than women
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
When men get depressed, their symptoms can be different than when women get depressed. Continue reading 15 comments posted
October 9, 2008
Concerned about your mental health? Get depression screening
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Depression can be treated. If you have any concerns about yourself or a loved one, get depression screening. Continue reading 6 comments posted
October 4, 2008
The link between cardiovascular disease and depression
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Heart patients should be screened for depression. Continue reading 7 comments posted
September 27, 2008
Depression in teens: Watch for signs
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Trying years for teenagers can lead to depression. Don't ignore the signs. Continue reading 17 comments posted
September 16, 2008
Depression and aging: Make sure to seek treatment
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Depression is not a normal part of the aging process. It can be treated. Continue reading 14 comments posted
September 6, 2008
Transcranial magnetic stimulation: An experimental depression treatment
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
TMS uses coils for antidepressant effect on severely depressed. Continue reading 9 comments posted
August 30, 2008
Economic distress fuels therapy boom
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Economic woes drive anxiety as people struggle to keep pace. Continue reading 2 comments posted
August 22, 2008
Bipolar isn't simple; there can be many sets of symptoms
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Bipolar means opposite poles, but the precise set of symptoms can be complicated. Continue reading 32 comments posted
August 15, 2008
Vagus nerve stimulation a treatment option, but not for everyone
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Vagus nerve stimulation is another depression treatment option, but it's not for everyone. Continue reading 7 comments posted
July 31, 2008
Sexual dysfunction and antidepressants
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Study may offer women hope, but it's far from conclusive and more work is needed. Continue reading 14 comments posted
July 25, 2008
Deep brain stimulation an experimental treatment
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Clinical trials promising for deep brain stimulation of treatment-resistant depression. Continue reading 8 comments posted
July 16, 2008
Exercise and depression: A means of self-management
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Exercise and depression: Get moving and you can help self-manage your illness. Continue reading 6 comments posted
July 3, 2008
Managing depression by understanding anxiety
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Understanding anxiety can help with fight against depression. Continue reading 41 comments posted
June 25, 2008
Recover from depression one step at a time
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Be realistic by taking your recovery from depression one step at a time. Continue reading 22 comments posted
June 14, 2008
Tips on taking depression medication
By Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D.
Do your part to ensure effectiveness of depression medication. Continue reading 27 comments posted
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