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Sep 23, 2008, Im 16 and i have bad depression

I was beat and raped when i was 4 years old. My mom died when i was 5 years old and i've suffered depression since then. I am now 16 years old and i

Jul 24, 2008, Madhouse

Psychiatrist to his nurse:
Just say we're very busy. Don't keep saying it's a madhouse.

Jul 1, 2008, Acupuncture for Depression

Essentails about acupuncture for depression. Learn more about alternative treatment for depression.

Jun 27, 2008, Welcome to the Psychiatric Hotline

If you are obsessive-compulsive, please press 1 repeatedly.
If you are co-dependent, please ask someone to press 2.
If you have multiple personalities, please press 3, 4, 5, and 6.
If you are paranoid-delusional, we know who you are and what you want. Just stay on the line so we can trace the call.
If you are schizophrenic, listen carefully and a little voice will tell you which number to press.
If you are depressed, it doesn't matter which number you press. No one will answer.
If you are delusional and occasionally hallucinate, please be aware that the thing you are holding on the side of your head is alive and about to bite off your ear.

Jun 10, 2008, Funding and Advertising

Real Depression Help is a non profit web site.

Jun 6, 2008, What to do next

About a month ago, my partner and I were to start a new career together as Publicans, but while at training we had a really serious argument and I

Jun 4, 2008, Doobug's Mom

I have always been depressed I think, cause I cant remember the last time I was truly happy, there have been moments and I treasure those, like the

May 18, 2008, Adolescent Depression

Adolescent depression: Every 12 adolescents experienced major depression in 2007. Girls are twice as likely as boys to suffer a major depressive episode.

May 13, 2008, Titleless, tiredness, lifeless

I'm a 32 year old male with little interest in life. Originally from Europe from a typical dysfunctional family that came to US when I was a child.

May 10, 2008, My son suffering from depression

My son is currently suffering w/clinical depression he is only 13 years old. He is in treatment but I am unsure if it is working.How do I respond to

May 9, 2008, Altzheimer or Parkinson?

Why do you prefer Altzheimer disease to Parkinson disease?
Because it's better to forget to pay the beer than to spill it.

May 2, 2008, Fish Oil Depression

What fish oil depression? It may sound weird, but there is a strong connection between fish consumption and depression. Find out more about fish oil for depression.

Apr 30, 2008, Vitamins for Depression

Maybe it sounds odd taking vitamins for depression, but it helps very often. There are a wide range of mental symptoms caused by deficiency of different vitamins.

Apr 25, 2008, Asylum

How can you distinguish the staff from the patients in the asylum?
The staff has the door key.

Apr 17, 2008, At a party:

- Are you a psychologist?
- Why do you ask it?
- Oh yes, you are a psychologist.

Apr 13, 2008, Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale

Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale is an online screening tool measuring the severity of depression symptoms in women having or expecting a baby. Check your depression with this free online depression test.

Apr 9, 2008, Depression Test for Children

Depression Test for Children is a scale measuring the severity of depression symptoms in children and adolescents. Check your depression with this free online depression test.

Apr 7, 2008, Depression Videos

Even if you fighting depression, you may use humor, have fun and make jokes. Take a look at the best depression videos.

Apr 5, 2008, Voices

I am absolutely healthy... The voices in my head agreed as well.

Apr 2, 2008, Geriatric Depression

Geriatric Depression Scale is a test measuring the severity of depression in older adults. Check your depression with this online depression test.

Mar 31, 2008, Menopause Depression Test

You might be depressed during or after the menopause. Use this online Menopause Depression test to check your depression status.

Mar 29, 2008, Depressed women have more sex

Depressed women have more sex than those who are happier, regardless of whether they are in a relationship or not, a study of Australians has found.A survey of Melbourne women presented at an international mental health conference has concluded that females who suffer from mild to moderate depression have a third more sexual activity than those who are not.They also had more sexually liberated attitudes, a bigger variety of sexual experiences and, if single, were more likely to partake in casual sex, Dr Sabura Allen, a clinical psychologist at Monash University, said.

“It was more sex and more of everything from kissing to petting, foreplay and intercourse,” said Dr Allen, who studied the recent sexual experiences of 107 depressed and non-depressed women who were in relationships.“We knew this anecdotally from clinical samples but this is the first time it’s been shown in research.”She said depressed women were likely seeking out sexual intimacy more often to help feel more secure.

Mar 26, 2008, Depression Jokes

Even if you fighting depression, you may use humor, have fun and make jokes. Take a look at the best depression jokes.

Mar 25, 2008, Beck Depression Inventory

Beck Depression Inventory is a test measuring the severity of depression symptoms. Check your depression with this online depression test.

Mar 23, 2008, Fighting Depression with Fun

Do not be so crab. Even if you are fighting depression, you may use humour, have fun and make jokes. Get real depression help.

Mar 22, 2008, Hamilton Depression Scale

Hamilton Depression Scale is a test measuring the severity of depression symptoms. Check your depression with this online depression test.

Mar 19, 2008, More Fun

Man goes to doctor. Says he's depressed. Says life seems harsh and cruel. Says he feels all alone in a threatening world, where what lies ahead is vague and uncertain. Doctor says the treatment is simple. The great clown Terrifini is in town tonight. Go and see him. That should pick you up. Man bursts into tears: "But doctor . . . I am Terrifini."

Mar 18, 2008, Fun

I'm not satisfied with the result of the therapy... I used to be Napoleon, but today I'm simply John Smith.

Mar 16, 2008, Exercise or Antidepressants?

There are more benefits to exercising than just eating antidepressant pills in case of depression. 'Jim Blumenthal of Duke University went on to

Mar 15, 2008, Bad mood, depressed mood

What is bad mood? How can an everyday emotional state be differentiated from depression? Get real depression help.

Mar 14, 2008, Depression is the leading cause of disability

Depression is the leading cause of disability and the 4th leading contributor to the global burden of disease (DALY= Disability Adjusted Life Years. The sum of years of potential life lost due to premature mortality and the years of productive life lost due to disability.) in 2000. By the year 2020, depression is projected to reach 2nd place of the ranking of DALYs calcuated for all ages, both sexes. Today, depression is already the 2nd cause of DALYs in the age category 15-44 years for both sexes combined. (Source: WHO)

Mar 12, 2008, Cyclothymia

Do you know what is cyclothymia, how it differs from major depression? Get a real depression help.

Mar 10, 2008, Dysthymia

Do you know what is dysthymia, how it differs from major depression? Get a real depression help.

Mar 7, 2008, Depression Symptoms

How can I navigate in the jungle of depression symptoms? Find a simple way...

Mar 6, 2008, Depression Tests

Try this very simple test, as part of depression tests.

Mar 3, 2008, Horses and Depression

Hi! I'm Sophi. My favourite hobby is horse-riding. If I feel sad or depressed, I just go to the riding stables and I ride for an hour. It really

Mar 2, 2008, 10 Step Guide to Becoming Deadly Depressed

So you really want to become deadly depressed? Ok, well here is our 10 step guide:

Mar 1, 2008, Magnesium for Depression

Magnesium for depression? Magnesium is useful not only for depression, but also for anxiety, forgetfulness and fatigue. Learn more about magnesium.

Feb 29, 2008, Pink Salmon

I have found that after eating pink salmon, followed by green veggies and then 1/2 cup of blueberries, I get extremely happy, almost giddy. The first

Feb 27, 2008, It's black...

I was depressed last night so I called Lifeline. They've got a call center in Pakistan. I told them I was suicidal. They got all excited and asked if I could drive a truck.