Depression :: Antidepressants effective against depression
Depression can strike at any age and treatment options can vary, but a new study suggests antidepressants remain one of the most effective ways to treat the illness.
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Psychotherapy :: Psychotherapy is effective for disaster survivors
A new study by a UCLA-based research team has found higher incidence of post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in patients who were not given psychotherapy in the wake of natural disasters they lived through, suggesting that survivors of the tsunami and the Gulf Coast hurricanes should be given this vital medical treatment to help them fend off depression and PTSD.
Mesotherapy :: Latest anti ageing treatment is mesotherapy
Botox brunches are passe. The latest anti-ageing treatment is mesotherapy. It helps deal with everything, from fine wrinkles to cellulite – the best part is that you don’t have to go under the scalpel.
Mesotherapy :: Most successful cellulite treatments for skin care
Mesotherapy is the process of multiple micro-injections of medication, homeopathic products and/or vitamins into the middle layer of the skin to treat or correct a problem. In the United States, Mesotheraphy is one of the most successful cellulite treatments currently available. Mesotheraphy is a good non-surgical alternative to liposuction for the treatment of cellulite, weight loss and body contouring. The procedure takes about 20-30 minutes with minimal discomfort.
Ayurveda :: Saj Group to open ayurveda based luxury spa
India-based Saj Group, which specialises in building eco-friendly resorts, is to open the ayurveda-based Saj Earth Resort at Nedumbassery, Kerala, in 2007.
Aromatherapy :: Lavender aromatherapy benefits in Cashmere Sweater Knits
Imagine a cashmere sweater or robe that not only delivers the luxurious comfort that only cashmere offers, but also gives you an aromatherapy treatment and sense of well-being each time you wear it.
Aromatherapy :: Fighting post surgery nausea n vomiting by Aromatherapy
After surgery and anesthesia many people get nauseated and vomit, which is a major source of patient dissatisfaction and expense. Dr. Geiger is a board certified anesthesiologist who has integrated the technique of combining aromatherapy with nasal and cutaneous absorption of essential oil of ginger at the time of surgery to prevent two dreaded complications of anesthesia; postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV).
Acupuncture :: Menopausal women may want to try acupuncture
The Pittsburgh Channel looks at the use of acupuncture in treating hot flashes, which the British Acupuncture Council has confirmed as an effective treatment after reviewing five small studies.
Cancer :: Acupuncture for cancer patients
Some cancer patients experience side effects that can interfere with their lives, from the disease or from the treatment. More and more cancer patients are turning to acupuncture to help them feel better.
Trichotillomania :: What is trichotillomania or tricholomania
Trichotillomania (TTM) is an impulse control disorder characterised by the repeated urge to pull out scalp hair, eyelashes, nose hair, ear hair, eyebrows or other body hair. It is believed to be related to obsessive-compulsive disorder.