When Your Child is Depressed Kids Health for Parents
http://kidshealth.com/parent/emotions/feelings/when_child_depressed.html If your child is depressed, you're probably frightened and
frustrated because depression can be scary for your child and
discouraging if you're a parent who's at a loss to help.
Depression and Children
http://www.nmha.org/children/children_mh_matters/depression.pdf All children “feel blue,” from time to time, have a bad day, or
are sad. However, when these feelings persist and begin to interfere
with a child’s ability to function in daily life, clinical depression
could be the cause. Depression is not a personal weakness, a character
flaw, or a mood that one can “snap out of.” It is a serious mental
health problem that affects people of all ages, including children. In
fact, depression affects as many as one in every 33 children and one
in eight adolescents according to the federal Center for Mental Health
Services.
Let's Talk About Depression National Institute of Mental Health
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/letstalk.cfm Most people with depression can be helped with treatment. But a
majority of depressed people never get the help they need. And, when
depression isn't treated, it can get worse, last longer, and prevent
you from getting the most out of this important time in your life.
What to do When a Friend is Depressed: Guide for Students National Institute of Mental Health
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/friend.cfm You know that these school years can be complicated and demanding.
Deep down, you are not quite sure of who you are, what you want to be,
or whether the choices you make from day to day are the best
decisions. Sometimes the many changes and pressures you are facing
threaten to overwhelm you. So, it isn't surprising that from time to
time you or one of your friends feels "down" or discouraged. But what
about those times when a friend's activity and outlook on life stay
"down" for weeks and begin to affect your relationship? If you know
someone like this, your friend might be suffering from depression. As
a friend, you can help.
The A to Z of Children's Ailments, Depression by Dr Trisha Macnair, BBC HEALTH
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/kids_ailments/depression.shtml Depression is an overwhelming feeling of hopelessness, sadness and
lack of self worth. Most of us feel sad now and then - but when
someone is depressed, the sadness or feeling down are so extreme or
persistent that they get in the way of normal activities.
Depression in young people: what causes it and can we prevent it? Jane M Burns, Gavin Andrews and Marianna Szabo
http://www.mja.com.au/public/issues/177_07_071002/bur10371_fm.pdf Cumulative adverse experiences, including negative life events and
early childhood adversity, together with parental depression and/or
non-supportive school or familial environments, place young people at
risk for developing depression.
Depression and Disability in Children and Adolescents The ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education
(ERIC EC)
The Council for Exceptional Children
http://ericec.org/digests/e648.html For many years, depression and other disorders of mood were
thought to be afflictions of only adults. Within the past three
decades, however, it has become evident that mood disorders are common
among children and adolescents. Population studies reveal that between
10% and 15% of the child and adolescent population exhibit some
symptoms of depression (U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
[USDHHS], 2000).
Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment by Joseph M. Carver, PhD
http://www.the-bright-side.org/site/thebrightside/content.php?type=1§ion_id=330&id=508 Depression is perhaps the most common of all mental health
problems, currently felt to affect one in every four adults to some
degree. Depression is a problem with mood/feeling in which the mood is
described as sad, feeling down in the dumps, being blue, or feeling
low. While the depressed mood is present, evidence is also present
which reflects the neurochemical or "brain chemistry" aspects of
depression with the depressed individual experiencing poor
concentration/attention, loss of energy, accelerated thought/worry,
sleep/appetite disturbance, and other physical manifestations.
Young People (includes: Some causes of depression in children) James Tighe, Clinical Nurse Research Fellow
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/mental/support_young.shtml If you feel that someone close to you is experiencing more than
just passing emotional problems, encourage them to talk about their
feelings and, if necessary, get advice from their GP.
Depression: An Overview
http://www.mhsource.com/depression/overview.html In any given one year period, 9.5% of the population, or about 19
million American adults, suffer from a depressive illness. The
economic cost is estimated at $30.4 billion a year, but the cost in
human suffering cannot be estimated. Depressive illnesses often
interfere with normal functioning and cause pain and suffering not
only to those who have a disorder, but also to those who care about
them. Serious depression can destroy family life as well as the life
of the ill person. But much of this suffering is unnecessary.
All About Depression
http://www.mhf.org.uk/page.cfm?pagecode=PBBFDP
http://www.mhf.org.uk/html/content/all_about_depression.pdf This booklet is for anyone who wants to know more about
depression. You may be experiencing depression yourself and wondering
where to find help. You may be supporting a friend or relative who
seems to be depressed, or you may work with people who have symptoms
of depression - for example in a healthcare setting or a workplace.
This booklet will give you information about depression and the kinds
of help, which are available. At the end of the booklet you will find
details of useful organizations, as well as examples of further
reading. We have included some extra information on depression in
older people, since depression in this age group is often overlooked.
Recognizing Possible Suicidal Behavior Out of the Classroom The Cherry Hill Connection
http://www.cherryhillconnection.com/page.asp?intCategoryID=23&intArticleID=360 These signs are likely to be observed in a student's general
behavior and do not necessarily mean that someone is considering
suicide. They are warning signs and should generate attention.
The Importance of Recognizing Depression and Seeking Help by Allan N. Schwartz, CSW, Ph.D.
http://www.the-bright-side.org/site/thebrightside/content.php?type=1§ion_id=330&id=381 Depression is at epidemic proportions in the United States and
around the world. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates
that twenty percent of the population of the United States experiences
symptoms of depression at any one time.
How Can I Stop Being Depressed? by Dr. Bill Gaultiere
http://www.the-bright-side.org/site/thebrightside/content.php?type=1§ion_id=330&id=695 Question: I can't seem to pull myself out of the doldrums. All I
want to do is sleep and eat. I just don't seem to have any energy for
living. And I have so much to do. We just moved to a new house and
we're not settled in yet. My son, who just started college, says that
I haven't been myself lately. I guess I'm depressed. I've always been
a happy, energetic, positive person - even in some tough times. What's
wrong with me now?
Depression in Children and Adolescents: A Fact Sheet for Physicians National Institute of Mental Health
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/depchildresfact.cfm Depressive disorders, which include major depressive disorder (unipolar
depression), dysthymic disorder (chronic, mild depression), and
bipolar disorder (manic-depression), can have far reaching effects on
the functioning and adjustment of young people.
Clinical Depression: What you need to know National Mental Health Association
http://www.nmha.org/ccd/index.cfm Life is full of good times and bad, of happiness and sorrow. But
when you are feeling "down" for more than a few weeks or you have
difficulty functioning in daily life, you may be suffering from a
common, yet serious medical illness - called clinical depression.
JAMA Patient Page: Depression
http://www.medem.com/medlb/article_detaillb.cfm?article_ID=ZZZZ9FG0VGD&sub_cat=128 A person who feels sad all the time, has unexplained crying
spells, or loses interest in usual activities may have major
depression, a serious medical illness that should be distinguished
from normal temporary feelings of sadness after a loss, such as the
death of a relative or friend. Major depression affects 14 million
persons in the United States each year.
The Lowdown on Depression By Carol Lewis
http://www.fda.gov/fdac/features/2003/103_dep.html Thirty-three-year-old Saritza Velilla of Frisco, Tex., was just 7
years old when she first started feeling worthless. As the years went
by, these feelings intensified and she became more withdrawn from
social activities. But it wasn't until 1996 that Velilla was diagnosed
with clinical depression, and only recently that she found relief from
her ongoing symptoms.
Depression and the Family
http://www.mhmr.state.tx.us/centraloffice/medicaldirector/76D.pdf Having a family member with depression affects the whole family.
Each family member is likely to react in his or her own way, and the
response may, in turn, affect other family members. It is important to
recognize the ways in which the illness affects your family and to
take steps to reduce any negative impact. The depressed child or
adolescent will find an easier path to recovery from the illness if
the family can continue to be a strong, well functioning unit.
Learning to Recognize Clinical Depression National Mental Health Association
http://www.nmha.org/ccd/support/symptoms.cfm Not everyone experiences clinical depression in the same way.
Different people have different symptoms. See your doctor or a
qualified mental health professional if you experience FIVE or more of
these symptoms for longer than two weeks or if the symptoms are severe
enough to interfere with your daily routine. A thorough physical
examination to rule out other illnesses may be recommended.
The Blues, the Blahs, and Depression by Debra Moore, Ph.D.
http://www.the-bright-side.org/site/thebrightside/content.php?type=1§ion_id=330&id=405 We all feel blue or down at times. Perhaps we've been under the
weather, or experienced a rejection or are having financial
difficulties. During these periods we may accomplish less than usual
and may suffer multiple minor aches and pains. We may be more accident
prone. But within hours, days, or at most a week or two, these
feelings change and we're back to "normal".
Adolescent Depression, Helping Depressed Teens
http://www.nmha.org/infoctr/factsheets/24.cfm It’s not unusual for young people to experience "the blues" or
feel "down in the dumps" occasionally. Adolescence is always an
unsettling time, with the many physical, emotional, psychological and
social changes that accompany this stage of life.
Childhood Depression Awareness Day
http://www.nmha.org/children/green/activity_ideas.cfm To help you plan for Childhood Depression Awareness Day, NMHA has
highlighted a number of local programs that have proven to be
successful in communities nationwide. Feel free to replicate the model
activities described below to complement your children’s education,
prevention and advocacy programs during May and all year long.
What do These Students Have in Common? National Institute of Mental Health
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/students.cfm College offers new experiences and challenges. This can be
exciting - it can also be stressful and make you, or someone you know,
feel sad. But when "the blues" last for weeks, or interfere with
academic or social functioning, it may be clinical depression.
Clinical depression is a common, frequently unrecognized illness that
can be effectively treated.
Depression in the Classroom-Finding and Helping Kids Who Need Help By JoAnn Kirchner, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
http://web.nami.org/youth/000831a.html Psychiatric and behavioral problems, including major depression,
occur commonly among young people between the ages of 10 and 18, and
they too often lead to school failure, violence, and suicide. We know
that childhood depression is treatable and that early identification
and treatment lead to better treatment results, so we clearly need
effective programs to help us recognize mental illnesses in children
early and to refer them for medical care without delay.
Childhood Depression and Implications for the Classroom
http://www.pbrookes.com/email/archive/january02/January02ED3.htm There's another hidden disability in the classroom: depression. In
fact depression can be so hidden that often parents don't know about
it, says Stuart Copans, a child psychiatrist from Brattleboro, VT. Dr.
Copans notes that suicide can occur even among pre-adolescents. Often,
in those situations, parents were not even aware that their child was
depressed. Because of the large amount of time teachers spend with
students in their classroom, teachers can play an important role
identifying and helping students struggling with the condition.
Important Information for the Teacher bout Depression
http://www.mhmr.state.tx.us/centraloffice/medicaldirector/42D.pdf Your student has been diagnosed with a depression. The brochure
that you have received along with this handout will explain details
about this illness.
Depression in School, A Student's Trial Indiana University - The Center for Adolescent Studies
http://education.indiana.edu/cas/tt/v3i2/depress.html Teachers are trained to handle students who lack discipline, the
slow learners, the extremely bright, and even kids faced with ADHD.
What I've discovered, though, is that they aren't prepared to teach
the students suffering from depression. Just like anyone else,
teachers are very perceptive when it comes to identifying disturbed,
possibly depressed students in their class, yet they often seem
incapable of and uninterested in helping that student.
Dealing with childhood depression in the classroom Teacher Notes
http://ecdc.tamucc.edu/HELP/depression/teachernotes.html Depression is difficult to diagnose in very young children due to
their limited ability to verbalize the strong emotions credited to
depression. Children also display vastly different symptoms ranging
from classic symptoms like sadness, eating problems, sleep
disturbances and anxiety, to hyperactivity and behavior problems often
associated with attention deficit disorder. Normal developmental
stages can also confuse the diagnostic process when behavior for a
development stage mimics symptoms of depression. Once possible
physical causes are ruled out, careful observation of the child for an
extended time may be necessary before diagnosis is possible. While
parents are primarily responsible for getting treatment for their
depressed child, they often can't or don't recognize the signs. School
personnel (especially the teacher and school nurse) are instrumental
in reporting the first signs of depression. Teachers often notice a
gradual decline in attentiveness, quality of school work and general
social interaction of a student. Even very young children, if
suffering from depression, are at risk for suicide. Some experts think
suicides in young children are sometimes mistaken for accidents.
Observation, recognition of risk signs, and timely referral are the
most important steps for a teacher to take when a child is suspect for
depression. You may want to become more familiar with your facility's
policy about referral to the appropriate contact person.
Depression - Children’s Mental Health Fact Sheet for the Classroom
http://www.macmh.org/disorder_fact_sheets/Depression.pdf All children feel sad or blue at times, but feelings of sadness
that persist for weeks or months may be a symptom of major depressive
disorder or dysthymic
disorder (chronic depression). These depressive disorders are more
than “the blues”; they affect a young person’s thoughts, feelings,
behavior, and body, and can lead to school failure, alcohol or drug
abuse, and even suicide. Depression is one of the most serious mental,
emotional, and behavior disorders suffered by children and teens.
Classroom Guide
http://www.usaweekend.com/classroom/PDF_guides/guide_survey98.pdf This eight-page Classroom Guide suggests ways you can use “Teens &
Self-Image” to raise issues like these in the context of the courses
you teach. The discussion questions, grouped under four themes, help
students explore ways that schools, religion, families, newspapers and
electronic media shape teens’ views of themselves and their world.
TIPS FOR TEACHERS, MEDICATION AND DEPRESSION
http://www.mhmr.state.tx.us/centraloffice/medicaldirector/43D.pdf One of your students has been diagnosed with a depressive disorder
and is being treated with medication. The student and his/her family
are involved in a project to follow and document the effects of
medication for this disorder.
Coping with Depression at Home and School
http://www.mhmr.state.tx.us/centraloffice/medicaldirector/64D.pdf Working with your doctor to treat your depression is very
important in helping you feel better. But along with that, there are
some things you can do for yourself to cope with depression. These are
tips to help you deal with the day to day frustrations and pressures
of life.
A Special Education Curriculum Guide: Dealing with Death,
Depression and Suicide Using Poetry By Laura Batson, Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute
http://www.yale.edu/ynhti/curriculum/units/1989/2/89.02.02.x.html Over the past four years, I have taught approximately ninety
children. Of these ninety children, seventy-five have lost a close
member of their family in their short life span. When I started
looking at children who had recently been placed in special education,
I began seeing a pattern of recent death or suicide in these
children’s lives.
University of
Michigan Depression Center
http://www.depressioncenter.org The nations first comprehensive center devoted to treatment,
research and education of depression at the University of Michigan.
To schedule an
appointment call 734-936-4400
National Hopeline
Network 1-800-SUICIDE or 1-800-784-2433 Toll-Free in the U.S. (24/7)
Mid-Michigan Physicians
http://www.mmponline.com/rhi.asp?subgroupcode=191 We know there is a ton of information out there on the world wide
web related to health education and self help guides to good health.
We also know that you may not have the time to search through 50 sites
to get a simple straightforward answer to a question you may have
about a particular health condition.
Featured Resource:
Depression and Bi-Polar Support Alliance - The Depression and Bipolar Support
Alliance (DBSA) is the nation’s leading patient-directed organization focusing on the most prevalent mental illnesses – depression and
bipolar disorder. The organization fosters an understanding about the impact and management of these life-threatening illnesses by providing
up-to-date, scientifically-based tools and information written in language the general public can understand.
American Academy of
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry http://www.aacap.org/ This site is designed to serve both AACAP Members, and Parents and
Families. Information is provided as a public service to aid in the
understanding and treatment of the developmental, behavioral, and
mental disorders which affect an estimated 7 to 12 million children
and adolescents at any given time in the United States.
Center for Mental Health Services
http://www.mentalhealth.org/ The National Mental Health Information Center was developed for
users of mental health services and their families, the general
public, policy makers, providers, and the media.
Depression and Related Affective Disorders Association http://www.drada.org/ DRADA is a community organization; we serve individuals affected
by a depressive illness, family members, health care professionals and
the general public. We are committed to our mission to alleviate the
suffering arising from depression and manic depression by assisting
self-help groups, providing education and information, and lending
support to research programs. DRADA understands the need to eliminate
the stigma that is attached to mood disorders, and we are constantly
striving to promote public knowledge of signs, symptoms, and resources
available to persons affected by these illnesses.
National Foundation for Depressive Illness http://www.depression.org/ The National Foundation For Depressive Illness (NAFDI) was
established in 1983 to provide public and professional information
about Affective Disorders, the availability of treatment, and the
urgent need for further research. The Foundation is committed to an
extensive, ongoing public information campaign addressed to this
pervasive, costly, and hidden national emergency.
National Mental Health Association http://www.nmha.org/ The National Mental Health Association is the country's oldest and
largest nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health
and mental illness. With more than 340 affiliates nationwide, NMHA
works to improve the mental health of all Americans, especially the 54
million people with mental disorders, through advocacy, education,
research and service.
Wing of Madness http://wingofmadness.com/ Welcome to one of the oldest depression sites on the Web. Since
1995, Wing of Madness has been providing information and support to
people trying to deal with their depression or that of someone they
know.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill http://www.nami.org A nonprofit, grassroots, self-help, support and advocacy
organization of consumers, families, and friends of people with severe
mental illnesses.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) http://www.nimh.nih.gov NIMH conducts and supports research nationwide on mental illness
and mental health, including studies of the brain, behavior, and
mental health services.
National Mental Health Association (NMHA) http://www.nmha.org NMHA is America's oldest and largest nonprofit organization
addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness.
Defeat Depression (UK)
http://www.defeatdepression.org Well designed, impressive interactive site with regular updates of
news and links, aimed at people with depressive illnesses.
Institute of Mental Health Act practitioners (UK) http://www.markwalton.net An authoritative and comprehensive source of information on mental
health law.
All Depression Chat Home Pages
http://www.all-depression-chat.org/ We are all looking for a safe harbor in a sea of peril, here we
have tried to provide that. We have created this site to have that
safe harbor for you, our guest and provide information on many mental
illnesses.
Depression / Anxiety Yahoo Group
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/depression-anxiety/ This group has been set up for people to help each other through
their experiences of Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, suicidal
feelings, Medication, Doctors, Hospitals etc... If you or some one you
know is going or has gone through any of the above or even if you are
just looking for any information, feel free to post a message. If you
have any useful links let us know.
Test Takes on Teens'
Mental Health - Somewhere in junior high, Jennifer Rashti lost her
smile. The once-genial Cherry Hill girl began to feel sad, angry, low. By
last year, when she was a high school sophomore, Rashti was making excuses
not to go out with friends.
How Many Did I Overlook? The
Transformation of a School Psychologist - During my first ten years
as a school psychologist, I was not aware of the neurobiological nature of
mental illness. I had no inkling that many of the students that I saw had
the symptoms of what we now are beginning to understand as diseases of the
brain. I variously labeled these students seriously emotionally disturbed (SED),
conduct disordered, and out of touch with their feelings. That many of these
children might be suffering from the initial stages of major mental
illnesses rarely occurred to me.
Emotional Ties to School Vital to Success - There's a growing
body of evidence that building emotional connections between young
people and their schools improves their commitment to education and
increases their ability to resist risky behavior. Research shows that
40 percent to 60 percent of all students -- urban, suburban and rural
- are "chronically disengaged" from school. And these numbers don't
include kids who actually drop out of school. "Essentially, we're
telling kids they're on their own, and while many of them succeed,
many don't. This is not acceptable."
Parental Stress
Leaves Mark on Kids - Kids have it rough these days. Their parents'
financial troubles are their troubles. Their parents' marital woes are their
woes. And it's depressing them. The National Institute of Mental Health recently
reported 2.5 percent of children up to age 12 suffer from depression. Region
experts said our kids are depressed too, though no number of local children
suffering from depression is available.
Tragic Teen Suicides Inspire Idea That Invites More - In
heart-wrenching testimony before federal drug regulators last February,
parent after parent related how their teens had committed suicide after
taking prescription antidepressants.
Discerning Difference Between
Teen Angst, Depression - I received a phone call this week from an
employer wanting to help a teen employee who she suspected was struggling with
clinical depression and may have attempted suicide. Compounding the teen's
mental health problems were parents who appeared to lack accurate information
and understanding about this most serious problem, teen depression.
New Doubts About
Medicating Kids - Personal tragedies and scientific evidence are
combining to call into question the use of powerful antidepressant drugs on
children and teens. Pressure has been building for months to ban or curtail
their use. Recent scientific studies have found a link between the use of these
drugs and suicidal tendencies among children. In December, Britain banned the
use of some antidepressants on patients under 18. The fallout from a hearing
called by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week is ratcheting up the
pressure for some kind of action on this side of the Atlantic.
UK
Risk of New
Anti-depressants Outweighs Benefit - British drug regulators Wednesday recommended against the use of
all but one of a new generation of anti-depressants in the treatment
of depressed children under 18.
Debate Resumes on
the Safety of Depression's Wonder Drugs - Warnings by drug
regulators about the safety of Paxil, one of the world's most
prescribed antidepressants, are reopening seemingly settled questions
about a whole class of drugs that also includes Prozac and Zoloft.
Recurrent concussions may be
linked to depression, North Carolina study finds - Retired football players who suffered three or four
concussions have twice the risk of later developing clinical
depression - a risk that rises with even more injuries, new research
says.
Commentary with Mike Lopresti:
Bradshaw, Williams
Confront Depression - The man
on the telephone has four Super Bowl rings, a television
name...and a lifetime of living with depression.
The
Kids are Hurting - Gripped by depression and anxiety,
adolescents are swamping psychiatric wards and therapists' offices
across the country. "If this were an infectious disease, we
would call this an epidemic."
Young and
Depressed - Ten years ago this disease was for adults only. But
as teen depression comes out of the closet, it’s getting easier to
spot—and sufferers can hope for a brighter future.
Medicating
Depressed Kids, Surprising Trends
http://www.mhsource.com/depression/news14.html Despite concerns about doctors' potential reliance on medications
to treat childhood depression, a new study by University of Michigan
researchers finds that most primary care physicians still rely mostly
on referral and counseling for their young patients.
Interventions Aim To Prevent Depression in High-Risk Children by Elizabeth Fried Ellen, LICSW
http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/p990957.html Children whose parents have been diagnosed with affective
disorders are far more likely to be diagnosed with a mental
illness-especially affective disorder-than their peers whose parents
do not have mood disorders (Beardslee, 1998; Burge and Hammen, 1991;
Downey and Coyne, 1990). Unhappy with these odds, Boston researcher
William R. Beardslee, M.D., has developed two promising short-term
interventions that aim to prevent depression in this at-risk
population.
Debate Resumes on the Safety of Depression's Wonder Drugs
http://www.researchprotection.org/infomail/03/08/07.html After a decade of lies, deception, and cover-up of evidence
linking antidepression drugs - such as, Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft - to
acts of suicide in previously non-suicidal people - children and
adults, some of who were depressed, others not - a front page article
in The New York Times has finally opened the much needed public debate
in the United States. The Times reveals that in light of public
revelations in Great Britain about the high suicide risk for children
who were given Paxil in clinical trials, seven members of an expert
panel convened by the FDA in 1991 said they would now reconsider their
recommendation exonerating these drugs from a link to suicide.
Recognizing Childhood Depression Is First Step To Saving Lives NMHA News Release
http://www.nmha.org/newsroom/system/news.vw.cfm?do=vw&rid=109 Each day, at least one child in every elementary school classroom
across America may suffer from depression. And several teenagers
sitting in every junior high and high school classroom may also have
depression. Yet most parents and teachers never realize these children
are silently suffering.
Childhood Depression: Whose Job Is It?
http://www.mhsource.com/depression/child.html It is estimated that 1.9% of primary school children and 4.7% of
adolescents are affected by depression (Weller and Weller, 1991); the
consequences of depression in this age group can include social
dysfunction, academic underachievement and suicidal behavior. Within
the last three decades, the recognition of a behavioral component of
the primary care of children, coupled with the introduction of managed
care and new psychopharmaceuticals, has changed the role of the
primary care clinician (Rushton et al., 2000). Also, while reports of
the efficacy and safety of antidepressants in children and adolescents
are mixed (Emslie et al., 1999; Hazell et al., 1995), their use has
dramatically increased in the last decade (Martin et al., 2000; Zito
et al., 2000). It is still unclear, however, how childhood depression
and psychiatric disorders fall within the scope of primary care.
Phobias and anxiety mean more pupils can't face classroom Sarah Cassidy, The Independent
http://www.obv.org.uk/reports/2003/rpt20030908c.htm Increasing numbers of children are refusing to attend school
because they suffer from school phobia, anxiety or depression brought
on by bullying or the unruly behavior of other pupils.
Recurrent concussions may be linked to depression
http://www.bridges4kids.org/articles/5-03/CP-AP5-5-03.html North Carolina study finds - Retired football players who suffered
three or four concussions have twice the risk of later developing
clinical depression - a risk that rises with even more injuries, new
research says.
Children and Depression By Dr. Trisha Macnair
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/features/children_depression.shtml Carefree, happy-go-lucky, and running wild ... just some of the
clichés that come to mind when we think about childhood. Most of us
have a romanticized, idealistic picture of what life is like for
children. "What could children possibly have to worry about?" we
adults tend to think from our tired cynical perches, weighed down as
we are by cares about paying the mortgage, looking after elderly
relatives and clawing our way up the career ladder. And until
surprisingly recently mental health professionals colluded with this
denial. Less than 20 years ago, in the early 1980's, many
psychiatrists believed that children were incapable of experiencing
depression because they lacked the emotional maturity to feel
despondent.
Depressive Disorders in Adolescents: Challenges in Diagnosis by Jerry Rushton, M.D., M.P.H.
http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/p020921.html Despite media and popular stereotypes of moody, apathetic
teen-agers, most adolescents are well-adjusted and productive.
Nevertheless, many adolescents experience depressive symptoms, and
some have episodes beyond transient feelings and normal development.
Adolescence is a key period when many mental health
disorders--including depression, dysthymia and other comorbid
conditions--are often recognized. Although depressive disorders are
relatively rare during childhood, by adolescence the prevalence is
estimated between 2% to 8% (Burke et al., 1990; Costello et al., 1996;
Lewinsohn et al., 1998; Lewinsohn et al., 1994). During early
adolescence, a striking gender difference also emerges, with females
two to three times more likely to report depression than males
(Fleming and Offord, 1990).
Immune System Different in Depressed People
http://www.healthscout.com/news/431/8007192/main.html New research shows the immune system in people with depression
responds differently to infections. The research was conducted by
studying the response of the immune systems of people after they
received the flu shot.
Researcher Links Perfectionism in High Achievers with Depression
and Suicide American Psychological Association
http://www.apa.org/releases/perfect.html Most everyone has known of someone who despite giving the
appearance of 'having it all' -- power, prestige, admiration, a loving
family, many friends and a promising future -- committed suicide. A
researcher writing in the current issue of the American Psychological
Association's (APA) American Psychologist suggests that the very
quality that drives some individuals to very high levels of
achievement -- perfectionism -- may also lead to their
self-destruction.
The Cutting Edge of Sadness by Leon Cytryn, M.D.
http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/p961059.html The past decade witnessed major strides in our understanding and
treatment of affective disorders in adults, children and adolescents.
One of the baffling problems in child and adolescent psychiatry was
the question of psychiatric illness spanning a lifetime. The existence
of depressive disorders in prepubertal children has been generally
recognized and acknowledged since the 1960s; however, only in the last
decade did evidence become available that supports the notion that
depression in different ages represents the same entity, albeit
manifesting different clinical symptoms in each developmental period (Cytryn
and others 1986).
Gene More Than Doubles Risk Of Depression Following Life Stresses NIH
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/events/prgenestress.cfm Among people who suffered multiple stressful life events over 5
years, 43 percent with one version of a gene developed depression,
compared to only 17 percent with another version of the gene, say
researchers funded, in part, by the National Institute of Mental
Health (NIMH). Those with the "short," or stress-sensitive version of
the serotonin transporter gene were also at higher risk for depression
if they had been abused as children. Yet no matter how many stressful
life events they endured, people with the "long" or protective version
experienced no more depression than people who were totally spared
from stressful life events. The short variant appears to confer
vulnerability to stresses, such as loss of a job, breaking up with a
partner, death of a loved one, or a prolonged illness, report Drs.
Avshalom Caspi and Terrie Moffitt, University of Wisconsin and King's
College London, and colleagues, in the July 18, 2003 Science.
Adolescent Depression Leads to Adult Problems
http://www.healthscout.com/news/431/8006849/main.html Young adults who experienced an episode of major depression in
adolescence may be more vulnerable to a relapse in adulthood that
could significantly affect their quality of life.
Medication and Psychotherapy Treat Depression in Low-Income
Minority Women NIH
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/events/prmedpsytreatdep.cfm Treatment with medication or psychotherapy reduced depressive
symptoms in women from minority populations, according to research
funded by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). Most of the
participants in the controlled trial were low-income African-American
and Latino women who are at high risk for depression and use county
health and welfare services. Research findings appear in the July 2
issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Antidepressants May Benefit Depressed Patients
http://www.mhsource.com/depression/news17.html Preliminary results of a laboratory study, conducted by
researchers at the Center for Thrombosis Research at Sinai Hospital in
Baltimore and Duke University, indicate that antidepressants may be
beneficial in patients with ischemic heart disease by having a
previously undiscovered inhibitory effect on platelets. The study will
be presented at the American College of Cardiology Meetings in
Anaheim, California on Monday, March 13, 2000.
Chronic Depression: Two Therapies Are Better Than One
http://www.mhsource.com/depression/news10.html Conventional wisdom among psychiatrists has dictated that people
suffering from chronic depression are best treated with a combination
of antidepressants and psychotherapy. Now, a large national study
confirms that combination therapy is more effective than either
medication or counseling alone.
Persistence Found to be Key to Treating Depressed Teens - Teenagers whose
initial drug treatment fails to combat depression, which happens in four out of
10 cases, can be helped by switching medicine and adding psychotherapy, a U.S.
study published on Tuesday said.
FDA Orders Strong
Antidepressant Warnings - All antidepressants must carry a "black box"
warning, the government's strongest safety alert, linking the drugs to increased
suicidal thoughts and behavior among children and teens taking them, the Food
and Drug Administration said Friday.
Drugs, Therapy Help Adolescent Depression - Combining drugs with talk
therapy works best in treating depressed adolescents, the first large study of
its kind has found, echoing research in adults showing that treating the disease
requires more than a pop-a-pill quick fix.
Sleep May Be a
Predictor of Adolescents' Self-Esteem - A
lack of sleep is associated with feelings of depression and low self-esteem
among middle school students, according to a report in the January-February
issue of
Child Development. The study included 2,259 students from ages 10 to
14, who were asked about their grades and the number of hours they slept each
night. The students also completed questionnaires designed to measure depressive
symptoms and assess self-worth. Students who obtained less sleep in sixth grade
exhibited lower initial self-esteem and grades, and higher initial levels of
depressive symptoms. Students who obtained less sleep over time also reported
heightened levels of depressive symptoms and decreased self-esteem. "This study
underscores the role of sleep in predicting adolescents' psychosocial outcomes,"
concluded the authors. Note: the National Institute of Mental Health offers
useful information on child and adolescent mental health on their
web
site. [Source: National Sleep Foundation]
UK50,000
Children Taking Antidepressants - An
antidepressant which GPs [General Practitioners] have been prescribing
to thousands of children, in spite of the fact that it is not
recommended for their use, can cause youngsters to want to kill
themselves, the government's regulatory agency warned yesterday.
A Genetic Link to
Depression - Traumatic life events, like the death of a loved
one or the loss of a job, send some people into a deep depression,
while others cope with the same problem and move on. The difference
may be a gene that control chemical messengers in the brain, a study
shows.
Depression
Screening
http://depression-screening.org/ Life is full of good times and bad, happiness and sorrow. But if
you've been feeling "down" for more than a few weeks or are having
difficulty functioning in daily life, you may be experiencing more
than just the "blues." You may be suffering from a common yet serious
medical illness called clinical depression. The good news is clinical
depression is highly treatable. Most people with depression, however,
do not seek the professional help they need -- often because they
don't know the symptoms, think depression will go away on its own, or
are embarrassed to talk about how they're feeling. One of the quickest
and easiest ways to determine whether you have symptoms of depression
is by taking a free, confidential depression-screening test. Screening
tests, such as the one on this web site, are not intended to provide a
diagnosis for clinical depression. But they may help identify any
depressive symptoms and determine whether a further evaluation by a
medical or mental health professional is necessary. As with any other
illness, you should see your doctor if you think you might have
symptoms of depression.
St. John's Wort and the Treatment of Depression National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
http://nccam.nih.gov/health/stjohnswort/index.htm The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)
has developed this fact sheet on the use of St. John's wort for
depression. It is one of a series of fact sheets intended to help
consumers make informed decisions about whether to use complementary
and alternative medical (CAM) therapies for a disease or medical
condition.
Study Shows St. John's Wort Ineffective for Major Depression of
Moderate Severity NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
http://www.nih.gov/news/pr/apr2002/nccam-09.htm An extract of the herb St. John's wort was no more effective for
treating major depression of moderate severity than placebo, according
to research published in the April 10 issue of the Journal of the
American Medical Association.
Treatment for Minor Depression NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
http://www.nih.gov/news/pr/mar2003/nimh-21.htm In a new approach to research on minor depression, the National
Institutes of Health (NIH) has launched a four-year study to determine
the safety and effectiveness of St. John's wort, a common herbal
supplement, and citalopram, a standard antidepressant, compared to
placebo.
Screening for Depression: Recommendations from the U.S. Preventive
Services Task Force
http://www.annals.org/cgi/content/full/136/10/I56 Depression causes sadness that interferes with daily life.
Depression is a medical condition, not a normal reaction to a life
situation such as the death of a loved one or the loss of a job. About
1 out of every 5 people suffers depression at some time in his or her
life, and depression is common among patients who see primary care
providers. Common depression symptoms are lack of energy and loss of
interest in things previously enjoyed. Sometimes depression goes away
on its own, but many depressed people need treatment with counseling
or medication to speed recovery. Often, people with depression do not
realize that their feelings are due to a medical condition and do not
seek medical care for depression.
FDA Approves Prozac for Pediatric Use to Treat Depression and OCD FDA Talk Paper
http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/ANSWERS/2003/ANS01187.html The Food and Drug Administration has approved new uses for the
antidepressant Prozac (fluoxetine) to treat children and adolescents
seven to 17 years of age for depression (major depressive disorder)
and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
How to Find Help Through Psychotherapy
http://helping.apa.org/therapy/psychotherapy.html Millions of Americans have found relief from depression and other
emotional difficulties through psychotherapy. Even so, some people
find it hard to get started or stay in psychotherapy. This brief
question-and-answer guide provides some basic information to help
individuals take advantage of outpatient (non-hospital) psychotherapy.
Depression and Co-occurring Illnesses
http://www.nmha.org/ccd/support/cooccurfacts.cfm Clinical depression is a common and serious medical illness that
can be effectively treated. The risk of clinical depression is often
higher in individuals with serious medical illnesses, such as heart
disease, stroke, cancer and diabetes. However, the warning signs are
frequently discounted by patients and family members, who mistakenly
assume feeling depressed is normal for people struggling with serious
health conditions. In addition, the symptoms of depression are
frequently masked by these other medical illnesses, resulting in
treatment that addresses the symptoms but not the underlying
depression. It is a myth that depression is a “normal” emotional
response to another illness; it’s extremely important to
simultaneously treat both medical illnesses.
Questions to Ask About Psychiatric Medications for Children and
Adolescents American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
http://www.aacap.org/publications/factsfam/medquest.htm Medication can be an important part of treatment for some
psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents. Psychiatric
medication should only be used as one part of a comprehensive
treatment plan. Ongoing evaluation and monitoring by a physician is
essential. Parents and guardians should be provided with complete
information when psychiatric medication is recommended as part of
their child's treatment plan. Children and adolescents should be
included in the discussion about medications, using words they
understand.
A Kid's Guide to Asking Questions about Medication
http://www.mhmr.state.tx.us/centraloffice/medicaldirector/22.pdf You may have questions about the medication your doctor has given
you. The questions you have are very important. Asking questions will
help you know how the medication works and help you feel better about
taking it.
Antidepressant Medication and Your Child
http://www.mhmr.state.tx.us/centraloffice/medicaldirector/23D.pdf These medications affect chemical messengers of the brain called
neurotransmitters. There are many different neurotransmitters that
work in different parts of the brain. Mood, thinking, sleep, appetite,
and behavior are controlled by specific neurotransmitters (dopamine,
norepinephrine, and serotonin). In depression, these neurotransmitters
may be out of balance. Antidepressant medications work by correcting
the imbalance, which then improves the symptoms of depression.
Different antidepressants work on different neurotransmitters in the
brain. That is why sometimes one medication will work and another will
not. So, sometimes, more than one medication may need to be tried
before finding the one that works best for your child.
The Childhood Depression Sourcebook by Jeffrey A. Miller
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0737300019/qid=1068400807/sr=1-68/ref=sr_1_68/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Depression is often underidentified in children. As a result, many
go undiagnosed and suffer needlessly. The Childhood Depression
Sourcebook provides insight into why children get depressed, how to
identify symptoms, and where to find appropriate treatment. Dr. Miller
distinguishes how childhood depression differs from adult depression
and how depression manifests during different developmental stages:
early childhood, late childhood, and adolescence. This unique book
also emphasizes working with schools on both the academic and social
level to help children adjust.
Recovering from Depression: A Workbook for Teens by Mary Ellen Copeland (Editor), Stuart Copans, Ellen, M. A.,
M. S. Copeland
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1557665923/qid=1068400256/sr=1-39/ref=sr_1_39/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Interactive workbook, for teens, explores ways to deal with
suicidal thoughts, change negative behaviors, reach out to friends and
family, reduce stress, avoid substance abuse, solve problems,
recognize triggers of depression, and focus on dreams and goals.
Includes tips, brain-storming activities, checklists, and more.
Softcover.
Helping Your Depressed Teenager: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers by Gerald D. Oster (Author), Sarah S. Montgomery (Author)
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0471621846/qid=1068401593/sr=1-6/ref=sr_1_6/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books "The authors have produced a very readable, extremely well
informed and comprehensive book that will add greatly to the knowledge
base of interested parents. This book is strongly recommended."
—Stewart Gable, MD Chairman, Department of Psychiatry The Children’s
Hospital, Denver, Colorado You supported and encouraged them as they
grew from toddlers to teens. Now you are confronted with one of the
toughest challenges you and they will ever face … teenage depression.
Adolescence is a period of peaks and valleys. Most teens negotiate
these years with relative ease; yet for some these times are
treacherous with countless pitfalls. When depression ensues, it can
interfere with much of your child’s potential. Clinical depression is
now epidemic among American teens, and teen suicide can be a deadly
consequence. Helping Your Depressed Teenager is a practical guide
offering family solutions to a family problem. This book will
sensitize you to the hidden struggles of adolescents and assist you in
understanding their multifaceted problems.
Lonely, Sad and Angry by Barbara D., Phd Ingersoll, Sam, Phd Goldstein, Sam Goldstein
Ph.D., Barbara D. Ingersoll Ph.D.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1886941459/qid=1068401593/sr=1-7/ref=sr_1_7/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Here is a source of accurate and up-to-date information about
depression and depressive disorders in children and adolescents.
Parents are at the front line in recognizing signs of depression and
anger in their children. This book will give parents the tools to
identify when their child is troubled and how to go about finding the
right help. Information on psychological treatments, medications, and
family relationships will provide the knowledge all parents need to
help their unhappy child.
The Depressed Child: A Parent's Guide for Rescuing Kids by Douglas A., Dr. Riley
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0878331875/qid=1068401593/sr=1-9/ref=sr_1_9/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books From Publishers Weekly: Clinical psychologist Riley (The Defiant
Child) tackles a difficult subject with aplomb in this keenly
insightful guide for parents. "For children and adolescents, the
depressive state makes them feel like astronauts whose tethers have
been cut, and they are drifting in space," he writes. He not only
explains how to identify the symptoms of depression and the "negative
beliefs" "no one will ever like me," "I am made of inferior stuff,"
"death is an option," and so on that are so often at its core, but
also provides tools for what he terms "Planning the Rescue Mission."
Ten brief but thorough chapters cover the most common negative beliefs
that trigger depression and such companion problems as substance
abuse, prematurely intense relationships (what he calls "miniature
marriages") that blindside adolescents when they come to an end, and
suicide. Riley illustrates each point with case studies that offer
readers a chance to learn from his dialogues with his patients. He
suggests strategies for everything from closing "the physical distance
between you and your child" in order to soothe and encourage them, to
some particular lines of questioning for uncovering negative beliefs,
to the crucial, often overlooked act of listening ("your ears cannot
be fully open until your mouth is fully shut"). He also discusses when
to seek professional help and how to step in swiftly and effectively
in the case of a suicidal child. Riley's advice is commonsensical and
sound, and the concrete tools he offers in this slim, practical volume
provide a lifeline to parents of any child struggling with depression.
Teens, Depression, and the Blues: A Hot Issue (Hot Issues) by Kathleen Winkler
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0766013693/qid=1068401013/sr=1-4/ref=sr_1_4/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books From School Library Journal: Grade 7 Up-Brief chronicles of two
teenage girls suffering from depression are the hook used to draw
readers into this book. The six chapters define depression and related
disorders, their causes, symptoms, and treatments. The colorful,
upbeat format will appeal to reluctant readers. Boxed sidebars appear
throughout; some reiterate important facts from the text while others
seem superfluous. The full-color photos include shots of comedian Drew
Carey, Kurt Cobain with his band Nirvana, and Tipper Gore on 60
Minutes. The list for further reading, chapter notes, and Web sites
are all up-to-date and are evidence of a well-researched book. This
lively presentation of a rather bleak subject will be a welcome
addition to most libraries.
Marilyn Fairbanks, Azure IRC, Brockton High School, MA
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Understanding Teenage Depression: A Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment,
and Management by Maureen Empfield, Nicholas Bakalar, Nick Bakalar
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0805067612/qid=1068401918/sr=1-13/ref=sr_1_13/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Each year, thousands of American teenagers are diagnosed with
clinical depression. If ignored or poorly treated, it can be a
devastating illness for adolescents and their families. Drawing on her
many years of experience as a psychiatrist working with teenagers, Dr.
Maureen Empfield answers the questions parents and teens have about
depression.
Prozac Nation: Young and Depressed in America: A Memoir by Elizabeth Wurtzel
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1573225126/qid=1068400896/sr=1-71/ref=sr_1_71/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Elizabeth Wertzel writes with her finger in the faint pulse of a
generation whose ruling icons are Kurt Cobain, Xanax, and pierced
tongues. A memoir of her bouts with depression and skirmishes with
drugs, Prozac Nation still manages to be a witty and sharp account of
the psychopharmacology of an era. --This text refers to an out of
print or unavailable edition of this title.
Healing Anxiety and Depression: The Revolutionary Brain-Based
Program That Allows You to See and Heal the 7 Types of Anxiety and
Depression by Daniel G. Amen, Lisa C. Routh
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0399150366/qid=1068395508/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books#product-details Daniel G. Amen, M.D., has pioneered the clinical use of brain
SPECT imaging (one of medicine's most sophisticated functional
brain-imaging studies) in psychiatry. The Amen Clinics' signature
brain scans have discovered that the illnesses of anxiety and
depression are, in large part, the result of brain dysfunction.
Additionally, they have determined that not only do anxiety and
depression often occur together, here are seven distinct types of the
disorders.
Undoing Depression: What Therapy Doesn't Teach You and Medication
Can't Give You by Richard O'Connor, Richard O'Conner
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0425166791/qid=1068395647/sr=1-2/ref=sr_1_2/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books For some people, depression has been a part of their experience
for so long that they've begun to believe it's what they are. They
become experts at "doing" depression--hiding it, working around it,
even achieving great things (but at the price of great struggle, and
little satisfaction). In this book, psychotherapist Richard O'Conner
shows us how to "undo" depression, by replacing depressive patterns of
thinking, relating, and behaving with a new and more effective set of
skills. With a truly holistic approach that synthesizes the best of
the many schools of thought about this painful disease, O'Conner
offers new hope--and new life--for depressives.
Unmasking Male Depression by Archibald D. Hart
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0849940702/qid=1068395647/sr=1-3/ref=sr_1_3/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Depression is a secret pain at the core of many men's lives, and
one that goes largely undiagnosed and untreated. The consequences of
not treating male depression are extremely serious. Studies show that
suicide is more common in men than women, and tha the male suicide
rate is three times higher at midlife than at any other life stage. In
Unmasking Male Depression, Dr. Archibald Hart explores the many forms
of depression and gives tools for coping with and healing depression
in men. Hart also examines the lives of Christian leaders who
struggled with depression, such as Charles Spurgeon, Martin Luther,
and John Calvin, to reveal the myths surrounding this illness.
Unveiling Depression in Women: A Practical Guide to Understanding
and Overcoming Depression by Archibald, Phd Hart, Catherine Hart, Phd Weber
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0800757491/qid=1068395647/sr=1-4/ref=sr_1_4/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Almost every woman in America has either suffered from depression
or knows a close friend or family member who has. Depression in women
is an epidemic, and it's frustrating particularly for believers who
are told that Christians shouldn't feel depressed. What is a biblical
perspective on depression? What causes it in women? How do we treat
it?
Feeling Good : The New Mood Therapy by David D. Burns
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0380810336/qid=1068395647/sr=1-5/ref=sr_1_5/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books The good news is that anxiety, guilt, pessimism, procrastination,
low self-esteem, and other "black holes" of depression can be cured
without drugs.In FEELING GOOD, eminent psychiatrist, David D. Burns,
M.D., outlines the remarkable, scientifically proven techniques that
will immediately lift your spirits and help you develop a positive
outlook on life. Now, in this updated edition, Dr. Burns adds an
ALL-NEW CONSUMER'S GUIDE TO ANTIDEPRESSANT DRUGS as well as a new
introduction to help answer your questions about the many options
available for treating depression.
Change Your Brain, Change Your Life: The Breakthrough Program for
Conquering Anxiety, Depression, Obsessiveness, Anger, and
Impulsiveness by Daniel G. Amen
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0812929985/qid=1068395937/sr=1-11/ref=sr_1_11/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books In this breakthrough bestseller, you'll see scientific evidence
that your anxiety, depression, anger, obsessiveness, or impulsiveness
could be related to how specific structures in your brain work. You're
not stuck with the brain you're born with. Here are just a few of
neuropsychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen's surprising--and effective--"brain
prescriptions" that can help heal your brain and change your life.
Breaking the Patterns of Depression by Michael D. Yapko
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0385483708/qid=1068400011/sr=1-21/ref=sr_1_21/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Twenty to thirty million Americans suffer from some form of
diagnosable depression, and their ranks are growing. Psychologist
Michael D. Yapko explains that in order to find relief, more than the
current episode of depression must be examined. In Breaking the
Patterns of Depression, he presents skills that enable readers to
understand and ultimately avert depression's recurring cycles.
Focusing on future prevention as well as initial treatment, the book
includes over one hundred structured activities to help sufferers
learn the skills necessary to become and remain depression-free.
The Feeling Good Handbook by David D. Burns
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0452281326/qid=1068400011/sr=1-26/ref=sr_1_26/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Dr. David Burns is one of the prime developers of cognitive
therapy, a fast-acting, drug-free treatment for designed to help the
clinically depressed. In The Feeling Good Handbook, he adapts
cognitive therapy to deal with the wide range of everyday problems
that plague so many (chronic nervousness, panic attacks, phobias, and
feelings of stress, guilt, or inferiority). The Feeling Good Handbook
teaches how to remove the mental obstacles that bar you from
success--from test anxiety and fear of public speaking to
procrastination and self-doubt.
What to Do When Someone You Love Is Depressed by Mitch Golant, Susan K. Golant
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/080505829X/qid=1068400343/sr=1-41/ref=sr_1_41/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books This book is directed toward the caregiver or "strengthened ally"
of any of the more than seventeen million Americans who suffer from
this common but often misunderstood affliction. Woven throughout are
the personal experiences of Mitch Golant, who spent most of his
childhood with a mother who was seriously depressed, an experience
that not only catapulted him into his work as a clinical psychologist,
but also informs this book with a tone of compassionate understanding.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression: A New Approach
to Preventing Relapse by Zindel V. Segal (Author), J. Mark G. Williams (Author), John
D. Teasdale (Author)
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1572307064/qid=1068400343/sr=1-48/ref=sr_1_48/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Presents an innovative eight-session program clinically proven to
bolster recovery from depression and prevent relapse. Integrates
cognitive therapy principles and practice into a mindful framework.
For clinicians.
How to Heal Depression by Harold H. Bloomfield, Peter McWilliams (Contributor), Melba
Colgrove (Contributor)
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0931580390/qid=1068400343/sr=1-49/ref=sr_1_49/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books From Ingram: The first companion to the eighteen-year bestseller,
How to Survive the Loss of a Love, this clear, simply-written program
explains what depression is, what causes it, and what the most
effective treatments are. 3 cassettes. --This text refers to an out of
print or unavailable edition of this title.
Essential Psychopharmacology of Depression and Bipolar Disorder by Stephen M. Stahl (Author), Nancy Muntner
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0521786452/qid=1068400639/sr=1-54/ref=sr_1_54/104-7234309-0596761?v=glance&s=books Essential Psychopharmacology has established itself as the
preeminent source of information in its field, and this book draws on
the second edition to provide a resource for all clinicians involved
in the treatment of depression and bipolar disorder. Stressing the
basic neuroscience of the mood disorders, the fully updated text and
color illustrations enable readers to understand how the various
antidepressants and mood stabilizers work in their patients. It
contains new information on the pharmacokinetics of antidepressants,
including the role of the cytochrome P450 enzyme system and
neuropeptides including substance P. The mechanisms of action of newer
antidepressants, including the latest SSRIs, are prominently and
authoritatively reviewed. Psychiatrists, primary care physicians and
mental health professionals can depend on this book for an up-to-date
account of the psychopharmacology of mood disorders, and for essential
information in planning treatment approaches.
Even in His Youth by Brian Libby
http://www.the-bright-side.org/site/thebrightside/content.php?type=1§ion_id=620&id=664 When rock star Kurt Cobain took his own life in 1994, many fans
blamed the death on fame itself. His cousin, a registered nurse
devoted to youth suicide prevention, believes it had more to do with
his history of depression, and offers advice for helping other
troubled young people.
My Wake-Up Call by April from West
http://www.the-bright-side.org/site/thebrightside/content.php?type=1§ion_id=620&id=507 Since the beginning of 7th grade I have been very suicidal and in
a depression. I was always skeptical about my hair, weight, clothes,
pretty much myself. I hated myself for being alive and wished I would
die. I still have the diary I always wrote in telling myself i was a
worthless piece of nothing.
Suffering in Silence by Leslie, 18, Virginia
http://www.the-bright-side.org/site/thebrightside/content.php?type=1§ion_id=620&id=300 Even as a child, Leslie was afraid of depression. It was the
illness that made her mother so sick that she'd never make breakfast
on school days or help Leslie with her homework. Leslie was too young
to know how mental illness worked, but she certainly understood the
pain and devastation it wreaked on her life.
Mandy’s Depression Homepage
http://www.mandysdepression.com/home.htm My name is Mandy, I'm 26 (at the time of writing) and I've been
diagnosed with Reactive Depression (16 July 2002 update - I've just
been given a new diagnosis of Chronic Depression as the Reactive
Depression diagnosis was given to me 5 years ago and apparently you
can only have Reactive Depression for 6 months or something. That's
news to me!!).
K8's Jungle
http://k8biffle.tripod.com/ I am Kate, a 20 year old girl who has been diagnosed with Bipolar
Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder.
In the arms of the angels
http://shy_angel_mandy.tripod.com/inthearmsoftheangels/index.html Welcome to In the arms of the angels. This is a site dedicated to
all of those who suffer with depression,
self injury, eating disorders, and all other emotional problems. You
can overcome it.
articleIdent=uk.depression.support.mystory.uk_depression_article_15957 Now aged 31, I have suffered depression for more than a decade, on
and off. I've had some good times in between, but the bad times have
been horrific, with a couple of overdoses back in 1999. I still feel
suicidal on occasion.
articleIdent=uk.depression.support.mystory.uk_depression_article_16051 My life began as a love child. I was born on 10 March 1932. My
mother was an orphan due to the fact my maternal grandmother had five
children could not cope when she became ill. All her children were put
in Dr Barnardos Home in Barking. I only found out about this recently,
when I felt the need to look into my mother's history.
articleIdent=uk.depression.support.mystory.uk_depression_article_16067 I read other people's stories and diaries and realize I am
actually quite lucky. I didn't have a childhood of abuse or anything.
My life was normal - loving parents, three brothers who were a pain
but always looked out for me.
articleIdent=uk.depression.support.mystory.uk_depression_article_16066 I have been quite a nervous person since my teens. When my mum
started to be ill with breast cancer, she was in and out of hospital
most of my teens. I used to pray that I would get at least another
year with her.
CPAP, Sleep Apnea and Depression .... My Story
http://www.sleepnet.com/apnea47/messages/837.html I am a 44 year old male with a 19 inch neck, weight of 270 and a
height of 6'4. I have just finished my third full week on CPAP and the
changes have been remarkable.
Suicide and Depression - My Story John Enns
http://www.mcc.org/respub/notes/august_2001.html My topic today is about two very ugly words, suicide and
depression. These two words make most people very uncomfortable; they
are topics that we do our best to avoid. Most of the time we have a
tendency to dismiss them with "that will never happen to our family,"
or "we’re not prone to that sort of thing" due to our faith, our
family history, or whatever other excuse we can find. It wasn’t very
long ago that my thinking was very much that way.
My story on how depression took over my life and held me hostage L. Taylor
http://www.depression.8m.com/mystory.html I couldn't tell you exactly when this beast that they call
depression first began to slowly ease its evil hands around me. I've
been around mental illness all my life.
My Story, my battle with Depression
http://freefromdepression.com/bio.html I have been "around" depression all my life. As a child I was
aware that my grandmother, mother and aunts were always "depressed". I
put the quotes because they were never diagnosed except that the
doctor told them they had "bad nerves".
My Depression Story and help for others
http://www.mhf.org.uk/page.cfm?pagecode=IZTSHP I am twenty now but I very nearly didn't make it that far. Two
years ago around this time I started university, the best time of your
life apparently. I didn't agree with that and I know plenty of people
who agree with me on that point.
No Limit to What You Are Terry Simpson
http://www.mhf.org.uk/page.cfm?pagecode=IZTSTS I got involved in Re-evaluation Counseling (RC) soon after the
last time I was on a psychiatric ward in 1985. Life seemed bleak at
the time. I was 34 and my GP said I'd be ill for the rest of my life
if I didn't take Haloperidol, which was making me feel lousy.
Compliance was not an option. But what, then?
The Media Have Empowered Me Sybil Ah-mane
http://www.mhf.org.uk/page.cfm?pagecode=IZTSSA It was in 1997 at a conference in Nottingham that I first came
into contact with Mental Health Media and Teresa Priest spoke about
the work of Headlines. I was both excited and surprised that an
organization specifically providing a space to support and train
people with mental health needs on positively using the media existed.
At the time, I did not anticipate my own future involvement with the
media and did not feel confident enough to share my views and
experiences to a wider audience.
Living with Depression Stephen Sutton
http://www.mhf.org.uk/page.cfm?pagecode=IZTSSS At the age of thirty three I was working at a residential home in
Lichfield. I had worked there for thirty years, and began to feel like
my life was resembling ground hog day. Each day seemed the same, no
change, same old routine. My life was getting dull and boring,
something was missing from my life and problems seemed to escalate.
Me, Myself and My Story
http://www.girlhealth.org/depression3/story.html I grew up without my dad and he was never there for me. While I
was in Pakistan he was in America. My dad was in the military so he
was out doing military things. I always wanted to know how he was and
wanted to talk to him. I only talked to him over the phone which is
not the same as talking to someone in person. I grew up with my aunts
and uncle and my dad's brother was like my dad. There was this uncle
who looked like my dad. I loved to be around him. He was nice and
always brought gifts for me and treated me like I was his daughter. I
thought this was how my real dad would be.
My Personal Story
http://www.goshen.edu/~fesaner/story.htm In 1995 I began to experience prolonged periods of deep sadness
and anxiety. I felt like some catastrophic event had just happened -
or was on the verge of happening. Many times I wanted to crawl in a
corner and cry.
I really have an illness Myra
http://www.dbsalliance.org/stories/Myra.html I am a 53 year-old woman who is finally realizing that depression
has been a part of my life since I was a child. I was very sensitive
and it was difficult for me to make friends. I would often think
people didn't really like me. Looking back now, I realize I needed a
lot more encouragement than most children do. I turned to the world of
fantasy in books, where I was much more comfortable.
Getting My Life Back Jeanne
http://www.dbsalliance.org/stories/Jeanne.html If someone had predicted what I have gone through during the last
five months, I would have told them they were crazy. Not me, so in
control, so organized, the one everyone looks to for strength. My life
seemed perfect. What happened to me was so unexpected, it felt like my
life was broken in pieces and scattered. It was my job to pick up the
pieces and get them back together, not in the same way they were, but
in a way that would help me be stronger and wiser.
Thoughts from my safe spot Sam
http://www.dbsalliance.org/stories/Sam.html My safe spot… sitting among the decaying leaves from last autumn.
Glancing at the small offshoots from the trees that are surrounding
me. A glimpse of spring showing as buds form on their little branches.
An airplane flies overhead, its prop engine whirring smoothly as it
goes on its journey. The river in front of me traveling at its own
pace, gliding over the stone bed, not letting anything stop it. Yet it
sparkles and speaks to me like nothing else ever has been able to. It
also calms me like nothing else. My head is full of so much, it is
difficult trying to sort it all out.
Perseverance Joan
http://www.dbsalliance.org/stories/Joan.html When I finally was able to get the help that I needed at the age
of 20, I had already suffered from panic attacks, intense anxiety,
despair, self-mutilation, drug abuse, suicidal ideation, and severely
disturbed eating habits.
Winning the battle with depression Lianne
http://www.dbsalliance.org/stories/Lianne.html I am 27 years old and I have reached a turning point in my battle
with depression. For most of my life, or at least for as long as I can
remember, I have not felt completely happy with myself. I never really
trusted people enough to have any close friends. When I was younger,
boys picked on me to a point where I took it very personally. I seemed
to take everything personally. I hated myself. I was scrawny, I
blossomed late, and I had terrible acne. The only thing going for me
was the fact that I was a good student. For a long time I thought of
myself as an ugly nerd.
My life with depression Aaron
http://www.dbsalliance.org/stories/Aaron.html I am only 20 years old, and have been living in the world of
depression for most of my life. My father died in an accident when I
was a baby, and my mother, brother and I moved away soon after that.
We started over from scratch. We literally had nothing but the clothes
on our backs. No place to stay, no friends, we were alone in the
world.
Relief from Depression with Help Caroline
http://www.dbsalliance.org/stories/Caroline.html Having suffered from many years of major depressive episodes, two
mental health therapists who left their practices while I was in their
care and two medical doctors who misdiagnosed my problem, I am now in
the hands of a wonderful psychiatrist who has worked with me closely
to prescribe and fine tune a successful combination of several
medications.
