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			<title><![CDATA[ What the Army is doing about PTSD and similar problems ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ This is what the military is doing about PTSD, brain injuries, and similar problems caused by service under v. dangerous and stressful conditions in Iraq and Afghanistan:<br><br>Since the start of the Iraq war, 28,000 veterans have been involuntarily discharged because of &quot;personality disorder&quot; or &quot;misconduct.&quot;  These are the two terms used to cover symptoms of PTSD and other brain injuries that are the result of service in this war.<br><br>The # of discharges for these... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2007 22:08:12 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ The Impact of AntiDepressants on Sexual Function ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ This is an excellent Medscape article on the impact of ADs on sexual function and what can be done about it.<br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/430614" target="top">Medscape Article/Impact of ADs</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br> ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2006 10:23:21 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ An excellent information source: www.medscape.com ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ I wrote this in answer to another post but since the web site is so useful I recommend everyone take a look at this website. <br><br>It costs nothing to join Medscape and it's a remarkably helpful and reliable source of information.  When asked what your primary interest is, say psychiatry.<br><br>There are a number of information options on the site.  Medscape articles are by medical professionals who are identified by title and are asked to divulge any links to the pharmaceutical... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Fri, 04 Aug 2006 10:56:49 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Borderline Personality Disorder ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Borderline Personality Disorder</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--><br><br><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong><br>Raising questions, finding answers</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--><br> <br>Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious mental illness characterized by pervasive instability in moods, interpersonal relationships, self-image, and behavior. This instability often disrupts family and work life, long-term planning, and the individual's sense of... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2006 09:11:43 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ National Institute of Mental Health ]]></title>
			<link>http://depressionfalloutmessageboard.yuku.com/topic/2052/t/National-Institute-of-Mental-Health.html</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ This website includes basic information about depression and bipolar disorder.  Source: <!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/depression.cfm" target="top">National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)</a><!--EZCODE LINK END-->  Although it  doesn't include information about all the latest antidepressant medications, it's a good place to start learning about these illnesses.  <br> ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jul 2006 10:24:41 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Healthcare Services ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ National Mental Health Information Center<br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/databases/" target="top">Mental Health Services Locator</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><br>U.S. Department of Health and Human Services<br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.ask.hrsa.gov/pc/" target="top">Bureau of Primary Health Care</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jun 2006 00:44:24 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment (Article) ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Depression:  Causes, Symptoms, Treatment<br>By Dr. Joe Carver<br><br>Depression is perhaps the most common of all mental health problems, currently felt to affect one in every four adults to some degree. Depression is a problem with mood/feeling in which the mood is described as sad, feeling down in the dumps, being blue, or feeling low. While the depressed mood is present, evidence is also present which reflects the neurochemical or &quot;brain chemistry&quot; aspects of depression with the... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jun 2006 00:33:02 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ DBSA Information (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) ]]></title>
			<link>http://depressionfalloutmessageboard.yuku.com/topic/2064/t/DBSA-Information-Depression-and-Bipolar-Support-Alliance-.html</link>
			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.dbsalliance.org/" target="top">DBSA - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><br>DBSA Information phone 1-800-826-3632<br><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.dbsalliance.org/findsupport.html" target="top">Find a DBSA Chapter/Support group in your area</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br> ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jun 2006 00:06:56 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Psychotherapy ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.depressionfallout.com/symptomsofdepression.php" target="top">Will Psychotherapy Help Your Depressive?</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://moodgym.anu.edu.au/" target="top">Online CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy)</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 23:31:17 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Free or Low cost Medication ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Here are some links to organizations that provide help with obtaining free or low cost medications:<br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.pparx.org/Intro.php" target="top">Partnership for Prescription Assistance</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.freemedicineprogram.com/" target="top">Free Medicine Program</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.themedicineprogram.com/" target="top">The Medicine... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 22:55:35 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Is It Depression?  Common Symptoms ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>What is depression?</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--><br><br>Depression<br><br>Depression is a type of mood disorder, and includes a number of conditions like Major Depressive Disorder and Dysthymic Disorder. As defined by the DSM-IV (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition), depressive disorders are characterized by negative thoughts, moods and behaviors, and by changes in bodily functions like eating, sleeping and sexual activity.... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:16:14 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ How To Find A Support Group ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ NAMI Information phone 1-800-950-6264<br>National Alliance on Mental Illness<br><br>DBSA Information phone 1-800-826-3632<br>Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance<br><br> ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:14:21 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Suicide Prevention Resources ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.metanoia.org/suicide" target="top">If you are thinking about suicide....read this first</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.preventsuicidenow.com/" target="top">Prevent Suicide Now website</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/suicide/MH00053" target="top">Suicide: Understand causes, signs and prevention</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--> ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:08:16 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Medications/Descriptions ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health)<br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/bipolar.cfm" target="top">Click here</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--> for a detailed online booklet that describes mental health disorders and the medications for treating them - includes a comprehensive list of medications.<br><br>Drug Finder - <!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://gsm.about.com/compact/monograph.asp" target="top">Click here</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--> to enter the name... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:07:52 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ What To Do If Someone You Know Is Suicidal ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong><!--EZCODE QUOTE START--><blockquote><strong><em>Quote:</em></strong><hr>What can I do to help someone who may be suicidal?<hr></blockquote><!--EZCODE QUOTE END--></strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--><br><br><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>1.Take it seriously.<br><br>Myth:</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--> The people who talk about it don't do it. Studies have found that more than 75% of all completed suicides did things in the few weeks or months prior to their deaths... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:07:13 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ NAMI Information (National Alliance on Mental Illness) ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.nami.org/" target="top">NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br>NAMI Information Hotline phone 1-800-950-6264<br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.nami.org/Template.cfm?Section=Your_Local_NAMI&amp;Template=/CustomSource/AffiliateFinder.cfm" target="top">Find you State and Local NAMI</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ How to Find a Psychatrist/Psychotherapist ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ Some suggestions for finding a Psychiatrist or Psychotherapist:<br><br>Ask your insurance company for a list of providers.  <br><br>Attend a DBSA or NAMI support group and ask for a referral at the meeting.<br><br>Every year NAMI gives awards to outstanding psychiatrists.  The list - alphabetically and by state - is at www.nami.org/epa.<br><br>Ask for referrals from your general physician, therapist, other mental health professional.  <br><br>If you have a university nearby, call their... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:05:29 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Description and Purpose for This Room ]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[ <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Since new people show up to this website on such a frequent basis, many of the same questions are asked over and over, and sometimes posts go unresponded to because people think <!--EZCODE ITALIC START--><em>&quot;that's been answered so many times before&quot;</em><!--EZCODE ITALIC END-->. In order to prevent that from happening, we have created this forum which will be filled with posts containing basic nuts and bolts information that will be all in one... ]]></description>

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			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2006 12:04:43 GMT</pubDate>
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