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Exercise may work as well as medication for depression, study suggests
A recently published study looked at the effectiveness of exercise in reducing depression. Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner breaks down to News4’s Eun Yang what it showed.
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Psychiatrist weighs in on psychedelic mushrooms and depression treatment
A growing number of studies point to the anti-depressant effects of psilocybin, aka psychedelic mushrooms, psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner tells News4’s Eun Yang.
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How ultra-processed foods may increase depression risk
A new study looks at how ultra-processed foods, especially artificial sweeteners, may increase your risk of depression. Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner spoke with News4’s Eun Yang and gave his recommendations.
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Social media's impact on teen mental health
More teens are depressed compared to a decade ago, and social media could be playing a role. News4’s Eun Yang reports the small steps doctors say families can take at home.
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How probiotics may help your mental health
Could taking probiotics improve your mental health? Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner talks with News4’s Eun Yang.
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What to know about getting off antidepressants
About 13% of American adults take antidepressants. Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner talks with News4’s Eun Yang about why that may be and what to know if you’re considering getting off the medication.
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Depression rates are up. Here's what a psychiatrist recommends
Get back to basics like sleep, exercise and healthy food. As more Americans report dealing with depression, psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner told News4’s Eun Yang his recommendations.
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Inova Health System Screening Patients for Depression Before Appointments
A hospital system in Virginia now screens patients for depression when they visit the doctor. It’s a simple questionnaire patients fill out before the appointment. “This allows us to have early detection and follow up for depression, which impacts our lives and saves lives, too,” Inova Behavioral Health Services President Dr. Linda Lang said. Every patient starts by answering...
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INOVA Hospital System Screening for Mental Health
The new system allows the hospital system to have early detection and follow-up for depression. News4’s Eun Yang reports.
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Study Shows Exercise Can Treat Depression
A new study found that exercise could be an effective treatment for some people suffering depression.
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Managing Treatment-Resistant Depression: Tips From a Psychiatrist
Millions of people across the U.S. use medication to help with depression, but some continue to struggle. News4’s Eun Yang asks Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner about how to get more help to manage depression.
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Seasonal Depression: Winter Blues or a Sign of Something More?
Seasonal Affective Disorder affects countless Americans every year, but how many actually know what it is? Dr. Kelly Rohan and Dr. Norman Rosenthal explain the disorder, and how to treat it.