At one time, doctors believed that the hormones associated with pregnancy were a good protection against depression. In more recent years, however, there has been a growing body of evidence that depression during pregnancy is a serious problem, affecting 10-20% of all women - the same proportion that women as whole suffer without adding pregnancy into the equation. With figures like that and with the added concern that depression can factor into the health of the baby, it is important to know something about how depression and pregnancy are connected.
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Stephanie Larkin
Teen Depression-Warning Signs to Watch For
12/9/2007
If you have a teenager, then you should know how to watch out for teen depression, which can be easily discounted by parents as drama, and which can claim the life of your child. Many teenagers display behavior that their parents call "moody", and they dismiss it when their teens mention depression or when their behavior comes in line with depression, leading to a complete lack of the vital warning signs that could prevent many teen tragedies.
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Aaron Stanlich
6 Excellent Ways Avocados Keep You Healthy
11/5/2008
Avocados, are nicknamed "alligator pears" because of their bumpy skins, and come in several varieties. Some have a green covering while others are dark purple or almost black. Avocados can be either smooth or bumpy. Some are small, and others weigh as much as 4 pounds. Yet, when you slice them open, they all have the same delicious light green, nutty-flavored flesh inside.
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Abbey Grace Yap
How To Keep Your Teenagers Smoke-Free
12/20/2007
This article is about teen smoking. It briefly discusses short statistics on adolescent smoking. Teenagers have different reasons on why they smoke early. This article lists tips on how to get your children to avoid getting into the smoking habit.
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Abbey Grace Yap
Living In The Shadow Of Fear
1/3/2008
This article is about phobias. It states a brief statistics as to how many people are affected by phobias in the United States. Phobias are irrational fears of certain objects, places, or situations. These fears are treatable by means of medications, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and desensitization. Seeking professional assistance may help prevent this phobia for worsening.
