It's been about six months since I last brought up depression and taking tablets with my therapist. I think I'm going to bring it up again in my next session later this week. For those dealing with chronic health and pain issues, did you find anti-depressants helped you manage and maintain a semblance of normal function?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 29, 2012 -
13 answers
Dermatology Filter: what the eff is this rash/acne on my chest that won't go away!? What can I do? I can't afford to see someone unless important... is this important?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 26, 2012 -
28 answers
How can I -- as an employer -- provide reasonably-priced health care insurance to one employee? Doesn't the issue invite age or gender discrimination?
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posted by starkraven
on Jan 25, 2012 -
14 answers
For over a decade I have been worrying on a daily basis about the health and well-being of people I love, to a debilitating degree. Can you suggest any tactics to address it?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 25, 2012 -
11 answers
My potential new therapist uses self-hypnosis as one of her go to techniques. Am I dismissing this idea too quickly?
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posted by Piglet
on Jan 24, 2012 -
13 answers
I've already met my (pretty high) deductible for 2012. What health related things should I consider doing for the rest of the year?
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posted by imabanana
on Jan 24, 2012 -
16 answers
I used my health as an excuse for something being late. This was a mistake. The door has opened to a question about the status of my health from someone who is my superior, but *not* my manager. How can I deflect their question?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 23, 2012 -
11 answers
Health insurance for vagabonds? (How can I purchase health insurance when I'm in between fixed addresses/states?)
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 20, 2012 -
5 answers
A few years ago I attended a talk on women's wellness in which the speaker referred to the idea that in our male-dominated society, work quality/style is considered superior when the work is cranked out regularly (in the way that men produce sperm all day long), whereas a feminine perspective would be more cyclical (as in the menstrual cycle), with production of work involving periods of contemplation/incubation and rest and less volume of production. Does anyone know the origin or source for this concept? I don't think it was the speaker's original idea.
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posted by pupstocks
on Jan 18, 2012 -
4 answers
Help my partner and I feel less anxious about combining pregnancy with chronic illness after 40 - or should we not even bother?
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posted by Melusinewave
on Jan 14, 2012 -
18 answers
Help me explain depression to my well meaning (I think) but clueless friends and family. Looking for an article or a blog that I can direct them to.
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posted by tulip-socks
on Jan 13, 2012 -
25 answers
What do preteen girls need to know about healthy foods (and eating, and health and body image more generally) and how do I explore these ideas with a bunch of them?
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posted by Edna Million
on Jan 11, 2012 -
15 answers
Is there a way that the medical field classifies diseases based on how preventative they are by an individual's actions? For instance obesity related diseases are very preventable but genetic diseases are not very preventable.
posted by bucksox
on Jan 11, 2012 -
8 answers
Can I request a therapist shred my information/notes, or send everything pertaining to me, to me via mail?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 10, 2012 -
9 answers
Program, app or software to keep track of our company's health and wellness, incentive and benefits program?
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posted by paulinsanjuan
on Jan 6, 2012 -
4 answers
What is the dividing line between mid-skilled and lower skilled workers in the health care industry, besides a degree? Is there a consistent set of responsibilities, qualifications that set them apart? Any kind of consensus as to what it required?
posted by LeonBernstein
on Jan 6, 2012 -
7 answers
How can I battle depression and insomnia (I think they're related, actually) without meds or doctors?
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posted by bryanthecook
on Jan 6, 2012 -
36 answers
Why are my upper left molars so fragile?! I am only 27, but my last three teeth are all dead and have cracked. I had a lot of cavities as a child, despite rarely having any sweets and a moderately good dental hygiene (okay, it wasn't impeccable, but it was not as horrible as some I've seen, namely my father who never brushed with no cavities at all) but as a teenager/young adult/adult my teeth were mostly fine and my brushing habits are much better nowadays. Within the last two years I've had two molars cracked. One losing a big chunk, the other down the middle and is not salvageable. All on my left upper side.
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posted by atetrachordofthree
on Jan 4, 2012 -
23 answers
What did you do
without removing your tonsils that helped reduce the frequency of your bouts of tonsillitis?
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posted by telegraph
on Jan 3, 2012 -
16 answers
My 4-year-old daughter is getting really into ballet. I've observed her standing in
fifth position at home, on the train, etc. Is this going to screw up her musculoskeletal structure at some point? Should I prevent her from taking these highly-unnatural positions when not in the context of actual ballet practice?
posted by zachawry
on Dec 30, 2011 -
27 answers
ResolutionFilter: I really want to start slowly adopting new, healthier habits. As it usually does, the inspiration has hit me just before New Years. But I don't want to make a resolution, I want to establish habits that I can keep. I've tried before, but here's where I always fall down: how do I make the new habits stick? They never actually make it to the "habit" stage for me.
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posted by duien
on Dec 29, 2011 -
29 answers
I have two 25-lb. dumbbells and typical living room furniture. I need to workout - strength building, not cardio, for this question. Difficulty level: I can't make much noise, because my two-year-old will be asleep in the next room.
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posted by po822000
on Dec 29, 2011 -
11 answers
My husband is overweight. I'm not at the end of my rope, but it's getting closer. Advice, any advice is welcome, even if you tell me I'm being unreasonable. SS details inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 28, 2011 -
73 answers
Depression! But maybe it's hypothyroidism? Dr google tells me it might be cancer (ovarian or bowel) when I add in the other health changes I've had over the last year. Hope me? What do I ask? Who do I see? No insurance. Location and gmail inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 28, 2011 -
13 answers
Is it okay for someone suffering from abdominal tuberculosis (Koch's abdomen) to smoke or drink (alcohol) in moderation?
posted by murtagh
on Dec 23, 2011 -
3 answers
I like running and swimming, and try to do about half an hour of each at least three or four times a week. Now I've started weight training three times a week as well. Should I reduce the cardio if I want to gain muscle faster? I'm a naturally skinny ectomorph that has a hard time putting on mass.
posted by moorooka
on Dec 20, 2011 -
9 answers
I see a therapist on a regular basis. I have health insurance with a small copay for these visits. Some time ago, my therapist asked that I pay the difference between the fee they bill for (their full rate) and the negotiated rate that my health insurance pays to them. This increases my out-of-pocket costs dramatically. Is there something odd about this arrangement?
posted by anonymous
on Dec 19, 2011 -
24 answers
Looking for info, advice, doctor recommendations related to idiopathic intracranial hypertension and neurology in NYC.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 18, 2011 -
5 answers
I'm brand new to this city and live in the Colaba, South Mumbai. My partner and I are looking for free wi-fi coffee shops and cafes in the area and aren't turning up much fruit. Any Bombay folks out there have suggestions?
Also, I'm looking for a good Chinese medicine and acupuncturist in Mumbai. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
posted by pranalaxmi
on Dec 15, 2011 -
10 answers
I have a BMI of a little over 26. What should I do? Should I accept myself as I am and keep eating healthy foods or should I keep trying to diet? I keep thinking about my weight and wish I could concentrate on more important things. I'm a female and am almost 40 years old.
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posted by hazyjane
on Dec 10, 2011 -
30 answers
Do multigrain hot cereal mixes have a nutritional advantage over single whole grains (i.e. oatmeal)?
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posted by Trurl
on Dec 4, 2011 -
7 answers
I need more energy - how can I stop being tired and have the strength and will to get more done? Tell me what I'm doing wrong and give me your tips for being energetic - lots of snowflake details inside.
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posted by Frowner
on Dec 2, 2011 -
45 answers
I have shortness of breath/cannot get a deep breath without forcing myself to yawn. Have you experienced this, and what is wrong with me?
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posted by bolognius maximus
on Nov 28, 2011 -
37 answers
IT Band problems: Tried the foam roller, deep tissue massage, building the muscle and stretches (all to no avail). What are other remedies?
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posted by xinglin91
on Nov 27, 2011 -
12 answers
Where can I find interesting papers, discussions, blog posts, etc. about the disparity between benefits to personal health and population health when it comes to medical interventions and the ethical implications therein?
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posted by greatgefilte
on Nov 22, 2011 -
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