Archive for December, 2007
Bright Light Therapy: A Great Way to Beat the Blues
According to multiple studies, it is estimated that about 10% to 15% of women suffer from depression during pregnancy. Given the concerns regarding the use of medications during pregnancy and the incomplete information regarding the reproductive safety of certain antidepressants, there is a need for effective non-pharmacologic options for the treatment of depression during […]
Posted: December 21st, 2007 under Depression, Alternative Treatments.
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First Thursday Teleconferences on Postpartum Depression
First Thursday is a program from MedEdPPD.org. On the first Thursday of every month, registered users can participate in live teleconferences on various PPD topics and have the opportunity to address their questions to PPD experts like Katherine Wisner and Margaret Spinelli.
In addition, downloadable PowerPoint slides for each teleconference will be available in advance. […]
Posted: December 14th, 2007 under Resources.
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Can Estrogen Be Used to Treat Postpartum Depression?
After delivery, women experience a dramatic drop in estrogen hormone levels. Many have hypothesized that this decline in estrogen levels may precipitate postpartum depression (PPD) in susceptible individuals, and several studies have explored the use of estrogen for the treatment of depression after delivery.
In a double blind, placebo-controlled study including 61 women with PPD, […]
Posted: December 14th, 2007 under Postpartum Depression, Estrogen, Hormone Therapy.
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