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Antidepressants often take a few weeks to begin working. This guide walks you through the days in between and provides tips for dealing with depression.
Has depression been exaggerated?
NPR - On Point
This controversial podcast poses an interesting question: Are pharmaceutical companies manufacturing symptoms of depression in order to sell more drugs?
Help with suicide prevention
Healthology
Watch Dr. Peter Jensen explain why suicide sometimes accompanies adolescent depression. This great video will teach you the warning signs and risk factors to watch for.
Kids: Let's talk
Covenant House
Are you or your friends looking for answers to tough questions? Covenant House Nineline can help. Call this depression hotline to talk with people who understand your concerns.
Grab the (unsalted) popcorn
Healthination
With these great videos on blood pressure and hypertension, you'll learn both what's going on in your body and how to achieve a healthier you.
I have angina: Now what?
St. Luke's
This great resource details several heart disease treatments, including drugs and surgery. Note the detailed sections on angina and coronary artery disease.
Calculate your risk
American Heart Association
Taking Norvasc for hypertension? Input your blood pressure numbers and other basic information to get a report of your health risks.
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