A THANKSGIVING TRADITION: Peterson back in the running for Newton North Nov 24, 2009
When it was clear he d be sidelined indefinitely, Capodilupo sat Peterson down to make sure the depression caused by the lack of football in his life didn t trickle into other parts of his life. "I m very glad he s back," Capodilupo said. (Newton Tab, MA)
The Michiganization of America Nov 24, 2009
Which of course almost killed America Wasn t there a period of time during the Little Bush administration where is was said we almost went totally Broke and Belly up, worse than the Great Depression. Like Republican s actually have a clue. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Paul Krugman: Wall St. forecasts paralyze Obama's plan for recovery Nov 24, 2009
And Summers was right the first time: In the face of the greatest economic catastrophe since the Great Depression, it's much riskier to do too little than it is to do too much. It's sad, and unfortunate, that the administration appears to have lost sight of that truth. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Thank you for smoking Nov 24, 2009
What do you say to teenagers at Schoolies Week "Don't drink that alcohol- you'll become an alcoholic!'- no we don't. So let smokers puff in peace and the rest of you let others stuff their faces in peace. We are all going to end up back as soil- so why not enjoy your short time on earth however that may be. charmer November 23, 2009 09:24 PM Worked for Rothmans in Granville, many years ago. Really good company to work for. Nowadays, after a stint nursing, and, having given up my 50 cigs a day... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Leander businessman to challenge Congressman Lamar Smith Nov 24, 2009
hillcountrymama wrote on Nov 19, 2009 3:48 PM:" Yes, collectivist ideas like not plunging into a depression, highways, public schooling....bleech. ". You must register with a valid email to post comments. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Thankful for Fading Freedoms Nov 24, 2009
Despite the biggest economic recession since the Great Depression, like a ramrod, Washington believes it's also a good time to force another $1 trillion on American taxpayers, by providing another governmental entitlement, called universal health care ... Location: CO Reply # 1 Date: Nov 24, 2009 - 1:37 AM EST borrow and spend Republicons CHUCK NORRIS: Despite the biggest economic recession since the Great Depression ... Who fought like hell to get rid of those regulations in the Glass-Steagal... (Townhall.com)
Botox Appears to Ease Depression Symptoms Nov 24, 2009
Kathleen Delano had suffered from depression for years ... Eight weeks later, according to a unusual study published this month, her depression had lifted ... "I found myself able to do the things I hadn't been doing. I feel I broke out of the shackles of depression to be in the mood to go out, to reconnect with people.". (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
Goldman Sachs and US demise Nov 24, 2009
Along with loose Fed monetary policy and inadequate lax supervision and regulation, banks and bankers have been right up there as leading causes of the worst financial crisis to hit the world since the Great Depression. Instead of exhibiting remorse, bankers are looking for new ways to extract another pound of flesh from ordinary Americans. (Asia Times Online)
Mother takes plea deal in death of 4-month-old son Nov 24, 2009
Two of Julian's siblings, now 6 and 8, suffer from depression and anxiety disorders from witnessing the death of their brother, according to their therapists in court affidavits. Both know their mother has blamed them for the death of the baby, for not feeding him properly. (Anchorage Daily News)
Steelers' concussion specialists meet new guidelines Nov 24, 2009
The move by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, first reported Sunday night on Fox's NFL pregame telecast, comes after several years of reports about former players suffering from depression, dementia and other cognitive problems and whether those ailments are linked to concussions during their NFL careers. Goodell was recently summoned to testify at a Congressional hearing on the issue. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Imaging Techniques May Help Predict Response to Head and Neck Cancer Treatment Nov 24, 2009
(May 19, 2008) Taking the antidepressant citalopram before beginning treatment for head and neck cancer may help prevent depression during therapy, according to results of a pilot. (June 5, 2009) Patients undergoing treatment for advanced head and neck cancers may respond well to the addition of gefinitib to chemotherapy, according to a new. (Science Daily)
HBO Features Inspiring Group: Gridiron Heroes Nov 24, 2009
From that moment on many of the human emotions took place, the main one was depression. With the inspiration of his father Eddie, the two took a trip about a year later to a place Chris was all too familiar with, the gridiron. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
Burned Out, Depressed Surgeons More Likely to Commit More Major Medical Errors Nov 24, 2009
"People have talked about fatigue and long working hours, but our results indicate that the dominant contributors to self-reported medical errors are burnout and depression," said Charles M. Balch, M.D., a professor of surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and one of the study's leaders. "All of us need to take this into account to a greater degree than in the past. Frankly, burnout and depression hadn't been on everybody's radar screen." ... Researchers asked a variety of... (Science Daily)
Survey: Job Losses To Bottom Out In 1Q Nov 24, 2009
5 percent pace in the third quarter, the Commerce Department announced last month, a strong signal that the economy is entering a recovery phase from the worst recession since the Great Depression ... On the 80th anniversary of "Black Tuesday," take a look at how today's economic environment compares to the Great Depression in numbers and in images. (Click2Houston, TX)
Ecstasy harms brain on first use, study finds Nov 24, 2009
Previous research has shown that long-term or heavy ecstasy use can damage serotonin-dependent neurons and cause depression, anxiety, confusion, difficulty sleeping and decrease in memory. But this is the first study to look at the effects of low doses of the drug on first-time users. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Family on mend after a close call Nov 24, 2009
Afterward, they spoke with reporters and said Theam has refused entreaties to get help for depression. They said he grew up in Cambodia, survived the terror years of the Khmer Rouge in the 1970s, and remains haunted by that experience and often has nightmares. (Boston Globe)
Transgender prisoner presses for electrolysis Nov 24, 2009
Kosilek sued again in 2005, saying the treatments were not enough to relieve her anxiety and depression. Wolf is weighing whether to order the Department of Correction to allow the surgery. (Boston Globe)
Alcohol in Pregnancy Linked to Child Behavior Problems Nov 24, 2009
Mothers who reported what we would classify as heavy drinking in the first trimester of pregnancy were nearly three times as likely to report that their child suffered with anxiety and/or depression or somatic complaints, Ms O'Leary said. Those who drank moderately during that first trimester were twice as likely to report those types of behavioural issues for their child. (Science Daily)
Palin vs Obama: Approval gap silently shrinks... Nov 24, 2009
Or does she have a point, when mentioning Joe Biden's frequent gaffs when discussing the Depression (and more). Does the media put Obama on the cover of magazines in his shorts. (The Drudge Report)
Stathakis targeted again in recall Nov 24, 2009
MommaVee wrote on Nov 21, 2009 12:41 PM:" Ok, so since you want to get things straight.*Yes, the whole Board of Trustees conducts meeting they have titled work sessions and at some of these meetings, they actually do work (i.e. vote on decisions), and yes someone there is a problem with elected officials who claim transparency conducting township business and voting on motions behind closed doors. And since the publicized meetings are used as supporting evidence, there was a... (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Prosecutor: '... We will seek an adult-like punishment' Nov 23, 2009
In September 2007, Cook said they found that Bustamante had spent 10 days in Mid-MO Mental Health Center after a suicide attempt, and then was treated through Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare, dealing with depression ... She had been prescribed Prozac for her depression. (Fulton Sun, MO)
5 ways to fall asleep faster Nov 23, 2009
And in women its been associated with feelings of hostility, depression, and anger, as well as higher risks of diabetes and heart disease. Here, real ways to get the zzzs you need. (India Times, India)
Bypassing the Blues: Telephone Treatment for Depression Post-Bypass Surgery Improves Quality of Life Nov 23, 2009
22, 2009) Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) patients who were screened for depression after surgery and then cared for by a nurse-led team of health care specialists via telephone reported improved quality of life and physical function compared to those who received their doctors' usual care, according to a study from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine ... "Bypassing the Blues" is the first trial to examine the impact of a collaborative care strategy for treating depression... (Science Daily)
Depression as deadly as smoking Nov 23, 2009
Depression is as deadly as smoking - Health - Health & Fitness - Life - The Times of India ... Depression is as deadly as smoking ... Depression is as much of a risk factor for mortality as smoking, according to a new study. (India Times, India)
The Parenting Place Nov 23, 2009
com is 'Momslikeme'a great site for info " Our little boss wrote on Aug 6, 2009 11:49 AM:" Teacher1 and cm's comments on the depression study make sense to me ... In the end, I guess I hope this study is simply kept in the proper perspective -- don't dismiss it outright but let's make sure it doesn't lead to half of the of 3-year-old population being on anti-depression medication ... " teacher1 wrote on Aug 5, 2009 8:19 AM:" I suppose it makes sense that if there is a family history of... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
* World News Quick Take Nov 23, 2009
A woman on long-term sick leave for depression said she lost her benefits because her insurance agent found photos of her on Facebook in which she appeared to be having fun ... The Canadian Broadcasting Corp reported on Saturday she was diagnosed with major depression and was receiving monthly sick-leave benefits from insurance giant Manulife. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* Helping the poorest countries recover from the financial crisis Nov 23, 2009
Global trade contracted this year at a rate not seen since the Great Depression and those paying the heaviest price are those who can least afford it. So, when trade ministers from the WTOs 153 members gather in Geneva later this month, the issue of how the WTO and the global trading system can help the poorest countries will be high on the agenda. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Leander businessman to challenge Congressman Lamar Smith Nov 23, 2009
hillcountrymama wrote on Nov 19, 2009 3:48 PM:" Yes, collectivist ideas like not plunging into a depression, highways, public schooling....bleech. ". You must register with a valid email to post comments. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Ecstasy harms brain on first use, study finds Nov 23, 2009
Previous research has shown that long-term or heavy ecstasy use can damage serotonin-dependent neurons and cause depression, anxiety, confusion, difficulty sleeping and decrease in memory. But this is the first study to look at the effects of low doses of the drug on first-time users. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Helpline for nagging pain Nov 23, 2009
MARK METHERELL HEALTH CORRESPONDENT. NAGGING pain, which many non-sufferers might think modern medicine has made a thing of the past, has emerged as a significant problem for nearly 40 per cent of Australians with chronic disease. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Woman loses benefits over Facebook pics Nov 23, 2009
The Canadian Broadcasting Corp. reported she was diagnosed with major depression and was receiving monthly sick-leave benefits. advertisement. (MSNBC -- International)
LETTER: Republicans playing same old record Nov 23, 2009
"Oh give us a break! 45% my a--! He NEVER promised miracles and you know it. He promised to TRY to make change but always reminded us that he needed US to help him change Washington. Exactly what have YOU done to HELP him besides complain that he's not provided miracles for you to see?This man has taken on two wars, the worst recession since the great depression, a pandemic flu, a messed up Katrina recovery, a new supreme court justice, a new health care reform bill, North Korea and Iran testing... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Best from Sunday Nov 23, 2009
" In the late 1960s, Doris Day filmed her last major motion picture. It was a comedy about the chaos that ensues when a widow and widower marry, forcing two families and two sets of friends to converge. We are in the midst of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. More than 27 million American workers are either unemployed, underemployed or have given up looking for work. The immediate cause of this economic catastrophe is the greed, recklessness and illegal behavior of a small... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Board allows 5th-grader move Nov 23, 2009
sunnyside wrote on Nov 22, 2009 6:14 PM:" Would it have made any sense to wait untill all of the Saturn employees left for those 840 jobs. Don't any of those people have young children. See the two boys on the front page? I think my question has been answered. They were probably hanging out with kids too old for them, learning things they had no need for at a young age and grew up too fast. 5th graders have no place in middle school but like we said weeks ago, the school board does whatever it... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Pence Issues Challenge to Preserve the Real American Revolution Nov 23, 2009
And, to borrow a line from a great American, more and more Americans realize every day that a recession is when your neighbor loses his job, a depression is when you lose your job, and a recovery is when Nancy Pelosi loses her job. "Clearly we've had it. But we see here tonight and at town hall meetings, tea party rallies across this country, and in the march on Washington in Washington, D.C., it is not the orchestrated theater of liberal special interest groups. It's authentic and it's powerful... (Human Events Online)
AG says Utah agrees to $24M Zyprexa settlement Nov 23, 2009
But he said the company's sales force illegally promoted Zyprexa for uses not approved by the Food and Drug Administration such as dementia, Alzheimer's, agitation and depression. Shurtleff said a four-year investigation by his office found that there were 1,769 Medicaid patients over the age of 65 who took Zyprexa but never had a diagnosis of schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Optogenetics may help explain workings of the brain Nov 23, 2009
Last month, at the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience, Herbert Covington, a postdoctoral researcher at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, presented data showing that using light to stimulate cells in the prefrontal cortex relieved symptoms of depression in mice. In a brain area, you have this heterogenous population of cells, and it s hard to imagine which ones are really important and which ones are not, Covington said. (Boston Globe)
Rhode Island slow to spend millions in stimulus funds Nov 23, 2009
PROVIDENCE - Governor Donald L. Carcieri s administration has failed for months to spend $20 million meant to insulate poor people s homes against the winter chill and put unemployed people to work during one of the worst economic crises since the Great Depression. All the while, the Republican governor has criticized President Obama s $787 billion stimulus plan as ineffective in creating jobs even though the state isn t spending all the money it s been given. (Boston Globe)
Take-Off or Holding Pattern? Prospects for the Global Economy, Address by Dominique Strauss-Kahn, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, to the Confederation of British Industry Annual Conference, London Nov 23, 2009
Uncertainty turned to outright panic, and in the frenzied fallout, economic activity all over the world began to collapse at rates not seen since the Great Depression. Today, the storm has passed. (IMF News)
Saving Private Casimer Nov 23, 2009
Mike, this country may need another depression, the real deal, to return people back to God. It will also put some sand in the ones that make it. (Townhall.com)
Botox Appears to Ease Depression Symptoms Nov 23, 2009
Kathleen Delano had suffered from depression for years ... Eight weeks later, according to a unusual study published this month, her depression had lifted ... "I found myself able to do the things I hadn't been doing. I feel I broke out of the shackles of depression to be in the mood to go out, to reconnect with people.". (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
Stahakis targeted again in recall Nov 23, 2009
MommaVee wrote on Nov 21, 2009 12:41 PM:" Ok, so since you want to get things straight.*Yes, the whole Board of Trustees conducts meeting they have titled work sessions and at some of these meetings, they actually do work (i.e. vote on decisions), and yes someone there is a problem with elected officials who claim transparency conducting township business and voting on motions behind closed doors. And since the publicized meetings are used as supporting evidence, there was a... (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Smiling on Facebook costs Canadian her insurance Nov 23, 2009
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Few details on suicide try Nov 23, 2009
Richardson, 49, issued a statement five days later saying he suffers from depression, is receiving treatment and hopes his acknowledgement would inspire others to seek help ... A lot of Class A people suffer [from depression], Shearin said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Germany: Leverkusen regains lead in Bundesliga Nov 23, 2009
A minute's was held at all stadiums in memory of Enke, who threw himself in front of a train Nov. 10 after suffering from depression for years. Defending champion Wolfsburg lost 3-2 at home to Nuremberg, Stuttgart rallied to rescue a 1-1 draw against bottom-place Hertha Berlin, Hoffenheim jumped to fourth place by winning 4-0 in Cologne and Borussia Moenchengladbach also won on the road, beating Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Evaluating the effectiveness of psychosocial resilience training for heart health, and the added value of promoting physical activity: a cluster randomized trial of the READY program. Nov 23, 2009
Depression and poor social support are significant risk factors for coronary heart disease (CHD), and stress and anxiety can trigger coronary events ... Primary outcome measures will include self-reported indicators of psychosocial well-being and depression. (BioMed Central)
Astrology Moon in Capricorn Nov 23, 2009
Low self-esteem, insecurity, or even depression is common for lunar Capricorns, and this can usually be traced to their childhood experiences. The Capricorn-moon child tends to be older than his years, and as an adult, becomes more youthful as he grows older. (Suite101.com)
I know I'm like a ghost: a cry for help before dying Nov 22, 2009
Daul Kim's friends remembered her talent and the difficulties she had trying to battle depression, swamping her internet home page with tributes after reports of the rising star's apparent suicide. The model who starred in high-profile fashion campaigns was found dead after leaving messages on a website saying she was "lonely" and "depressed". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
LETTER: Republicans playing same old record Nov 22, 2009
"Oh give us a break! 45% my a--! He NEVER promised miracles and you know it. He promised to TRY to make change but always reminded us that he needed US to help him change Washington. Exactly what have YOU done to HELP him besides complain that he's not provided miracles for you to see?This man has taken on two wars, the worst recession since the great depression, a pandemic flu, a messed up Katrina recovery, a new supreme court justice, a new health care reform bill, North Korea and Iran testing... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Boredom in the bedroom Nov 22, 2009
Sandhya says that Indian women still "bear the burden of marriage", which may be the reason as many as 72% of the wives she spoke to reported mid-to-full-blown depression. But never mind the sociology of the marriage bed. (India Times, India)
Illness rises with heat Nov 22, 2009
KIDNEY stones, malaria, Lyme disease, depression and respiratory illness may increase with global warming, researchers at Harvard Medical School say ... Dislocation and job losses caused by changing climate might contribute to depression and anxiety disorders. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Shonky shamans taint aura of all 'healers' Nov 22, 2009
Supposedly treats cancer, depression, chronic fatigue, cerebral palsy and autism. Virus-busting sessions: Victorian company Indu Alternative Healing promises to knock out most flu viruses within 48 hours. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Hungry vs. 'food insecure' Nov 22, 2009
9 percent of American children ate at least something every day despite the worst economic downturn since the Depression. Or is it a tribute to American abundance, and to the safety net, public and private. (Juneau Empire)
The Parenting Place Nov 22, 2009
com is 'Momslikeme'a great site for info " Our little boss wrote on Aug 6, 2009 11:49 AM:" Teacher1 and cm's comments on the depression study make sense to me ... In the end, I guess I hope this study is simply kept in the proper perspective -- don't dismiss it outright but let's make sure it doesn't lead to half of the of 3-year-old population being on anti-depression medication ... " teacher1 wrote on Aug 5, 2009 8:19 AM:" I suppose it makes sense that if there is a family history of... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Sound off! 11/18/09 Nov 22, 2009
To those who don t think depression is a disease and people suffering from it shouldn t have disability: Depression is a disease just like alcoholism and drug addiction ... Depression is a disease and it can be diagnosed by a doctor ; They deserve disability, too. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Botox Appears to Ease Depression Symptoms Nov 22, 2009
Kathleen Delano had suffered from depression for years ... Eight weeks later, according to a unusual study published this month, her depression had lifted ... "I found myself able to do the things I hadn't been doing. I feel I broke out of the shackles of depression to be in the mood to go out, to reconnect with people.". (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
Top tips for a healthy, happy dog Nov 22, 2009
Just like humans, inactive dogs can suffer from weight gain, muscle loss and even depression and disease. Take your dog for at least one walk every day (it's good for you too), run around the yard or at an off-leash dog park and have fun playing fetch or tug of war. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Transplant drug aids Huntington's Nov 22, 2009
It affects the central nervous system and can lead to loss of muscle control, dementia and depression. Huntington's normally affects people in middle age, but it can strike at any time. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
The stress of it: Support needed in tough times Nov 22, 2009
Is depression a threat among those looking for work. Hooker said the term depression is often used so loosely that its true meaning is rendered useless ... The word depression is used now so popularly. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Depressed and Pregnant? Flu Shot May Be Needed Nov 22, 2009
Those with significant symptoms of depression had a stronger inflammatory response to the flu shot than the other women. This finding suggests that a depressed pregnant woman's immune system doesn't function normally, which means they may experience more serious symptoms if they're infected with seasonal flu. (MEDLINEplus)
Teachers oppose 'cuts' Nov 22, 2009
hiluix wrote on Nov 20, 2009 4:03 PM:These teachers should be glad they even have jobs , these teachers whining and protesting is like some rich guy driving his Duesenberg through the soup line during the great depression in the 30's and complaining about the delay getting to the Ritz Carlton. Worker Bee wrote on Nov 20, 2009 3:59 PM:Brutal Truth. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Sizing up the Kennedy dynasty's next generation Nov 22, 2009
The youngest son of Ted Kennedy has used his struggles with depression and substance abuse to champion better care for the mentally ill, but there are no signs he's eager for a Senate seat. Other possibilities include the children of the late Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who was founder of the Special Olympics and one of Ted Kennedy's siblings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Germany: Bremen wins 6-0 to lead Bundesliga Nov 22, 2009
A minute of silence was held at all stadiums in memory of Enke, who threw himself before a train Nov. 10 after suffering from depression for six years. "It was very difficult today," said Arnold Bruggink, Hannover's new captain. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Panel shares stories on National Survivors of Suicide Day Nov 22, 2009
Each took a very different road from shutting everyone out to starting scholarships in their loved one s names but all five seemingly came together in many respects, including a desire to help others who were going through the same journey and to fight the stigma of suicide and depression ... Another common thread was the desire to educate others about depression ... Psychiatrist Sidney Zisook, who was also featured on the broadcast, said that as many as two-thirds of those who kill themselves... (Hudson Register Star, NY)
New Deal succeeded when FDR invested in U.S. Nov 22, 2009
Amity Shlaes' "The Forgotten Man: A New History of the Great Depression" has become the go-to reference for conservatives (including Shlaes herself, an op-ed writer for the Wall Street Journal) looking for lessons from the 1930s. "Before we go into a new New Deal," as George Will put it during the stimulus debate, "can we just acknowledge that the first New Deal didn't work?". (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
