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“Can post traumatic stress disorder result in depression?”

I am never happy anymore. My physician previously diagnosed me with PTSD. Can PTSD result in depression? ADDED SEP 28TH, 2009
“Is there a relationship between eating disorders, anxiety and depression?”

Is it common for people with eating disorders to also be depressed? How can an eating disorder with depression be treated? ADDED SEP 28TH, 2009
“What is trichotillomania?”

What is trichotillomania? Is it a manifestation of anxiety or OCD? Is there a neurochemical component? ADDED SEP 28TH, 2009
“What triggers panic attacks?”

What is a situational trigger? Are all panic attacks triggered by external or internal identifiable cues? ADDED SEP 28TH, 2009
“Can anxiety or depression be a sign of another physical illness?”

Can anxiety or depression be a sign of another physical illness? What are signs that something else could be going on? ADDED SEP 27TH, 2009
“I have to wash my hands every 5 minutes.”

I have to wash my hands every 5 minutes. I know that this isn't rational, but I'm scared of all the germs. My skin is so dry and cracked that it often bleeds and now I have started wearing gloves to hide this. ADDED SEP 27TH, 2009
“Is it safe to ask someone if they are thinking of suicide?”

I think a family member may be having suicidal thoughts. Is it safe for me to talk to them directly about suicide? ADDED SEP 27TH, 2009
“Is there anything that can help my social anxiety?”

I dread giving presentations at school. I feel so nervous that I am sick to my stomach, and afterwards I am physically and mentally exhausted. It is hurting my performance in school. Is there anything that can help? ADDED SEP 27TH, 2009
“What are some of the unhealthy ways people cope with depression?”

What are some of the unhealthy ways people cope with depression? What signs and symptoms should I be looking for. ADDED SEP 27TH, 2009
“What treatments are available for anxiety disorders?”

What treatments are available for anxiety disorders? What are the differences in medications? ADDED SEP 27TH, 2009
“How are depression and anxiety related?”

My mood often alternates between feeling anxious and feeling tired and sad. Is this common? How are depression and anxiety related? ADDED SEP 26TH, 2009
“How can I prevent panic attacks?”

Sometimes for no reason I start feeling very scared, like something awful will happen to me. My heart starts to race, I sweat, and I feel very dizzy. I went to the emergency room, they told me there was nothing physically wrong, and that I was having a panic attack. What can I do to prevent these from happening? ADDED SEP 26TH, 2009
“People say it will get better, but it feels like I just lost him. ”

My husband died after a long battle with cancer. Even though we knew it was coming, it was still terrible. People keep saying it will get better with time, but it�s been a year, and it feels like I just lost him. ADDED SEP 25TH, 2009
“I heard about something called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for depression and anxiety. ”

I heard about something called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for depression and anxiety. Is this for real or just all hype? How does it compare with traditional therapy? Can I still be treated with medication? ADDED SEP 19TH, 2009
“Is there a genetic component to depression? ”

My mother had to be hospitalized several times for depression. And I don't really remember anyone in my family being happy. Now I feel like I am heading down the same path. Is there a genetic component to depression? ADDED SEP 19TH, 2009
“What causes depression biologically?”

What causes depression biologically? Is there a chemical imbalance in my brain when I am suffering from depression? ADDED SEP 19TH, 2009
“I am worried that medication will make me feel artificially happy.”

I want to get treatment for my depression. But I am worried that medication will make me feel artificially happy. I am afraid that I won't be myself anymore. ADDED SEP 13TH, 2009
“I keep hearing about the health benefit of fish oil and omega 3 fatty acids.”

I keep hearing about the health benefit of fish oil and omega 3 fatty acids. Do these have any affect on anxiety or depression? What should I look for in a supplement? ADDED SEP 13TH, 2009
“Is there an increased risk of suicide with antidepressant medications?”

I heard in the news that there is an increased risk for suicide with antidepressant medications. How could this be true? ADDED SEP 13TH, 2009
“Do I have to choose between depression and loosing my sexual drive?”

My primary care physician started me on Prozac for depression. I started to feel better for the first time in years. However, I stopped taking the medication because it interfered with my sex life. ADDED SEP 7TH, 2009
“Does exercise really help with depression?”

Does exercise really help with depression? Are there certain kinds of exercises that are more effective than others? How effective is exercise compared to medication? ADDED SEP 7TH, 2009
“I would like to improve my mood without taking medication. What can I try? ”

I would like to improve my mood without taking medication. What can I try? Is there any scientific evidence supporting alternative treatments? ADDED SEP 7TH, 2009
“My psychiatrist put me on an antidepressant a year ago. Now I have gained 20 lbs.”

My psychiatrist put me on an antidepressant a year ago, and my depression is now under control, but I have gained 20 pounds. What can I do about this? ADDED SEP 7TH, 2009
“Will depression affect other aspects of my health?”

Besides the emotional tolls that depression takes on my life, will depression affect other aspects of my health? ADDED SEP 7TH, 2009