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One in 16 in S’pore Has Suffered From Depression

One in 16 in S’pore has suffered from depression


One in 16 people in Singapore suffered from Major Depressive Disorder in their lifetime, making it the most common mental illness here. This is followed by alcohol abuse and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), according to a Singapore Mental Health study conducted in 2010. First published Nov 18 2011. Copyright © 2011 MediaCorp Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

 

Trescothick spearheads depression campaign
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… campaign to help cricketers tackle depression and addictive behaviour. The Professional Cricketers' Association (PCA) have launched a series of six online 'Mind Matters' tutorials, covering subjects including alcohol and drug abuse, gambling …
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Trescothick heads depression drive
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The Professional Cricketers' Association (PCA) has launched a series of six online 'Mind Matters' tutorials, covering subjects including alcohol and drug abuse, gambling, anxiety and suicide, and offering advice on where to seek help. The tutorials are …
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Stories of Alcohol Abuse: Alcohol Abuse Stories – What Are the Top 5 Most Tragic Celebrity Overdoses?

The death of someone young is always a sad thing. However, the premature and preventable death of someone is even worse. Here are the top 5 alcohol abuse stories on what are considered some of the most tragic celebrity overdoses.

Before we get started, please note that these celebrity overdoses may directly or indirectly hold some relation to the abuse of alcohol, causing their demise. However, it is not to say that alcohol was the primary or only factor that lead to their tragic death.

Marilyn Monroe

Alcohol Abuse: Former Champs Admit Drug Abuse – ESPN

Former champs admit drug abuse – ESPN
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Former champs admit drug abuse
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In a wide-ranging interview, Mexican-American Oscar De La Hoya and Mexican legend Julio Cesar Chavez said during the premiere of ESPN Deportes' new talk show "El Bar" (9 p.m. Friday ET on ESPN Deportes U.S.) that alcohol and drug abuse was
Chavez, De La Hoya admit to drug, alcohol abuseToronto Sun

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Abuse, Not Dependence, Reflects Family Risk of Alcohol Use Disorder – Medical Daily
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Abuse, Not Dependence, Reflects Family Risk of Alcohol Use Disorder
Medical Daily
Researchers have shown that familial risk of developing alcohol related disorders is determined by social consequences of alcohol abuse rather than people's physical dependence on alcohol. By Amber Moore | Sep 15, 2012 11:03 AM EDT. email; print
Symptoms of alcohol abuse, not dependence, may better reflect family risk for Science Codex

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Alcohol Abuse: Symptoms of Alcohol Abuse, Not Dependence, May Better Reflect Family Risk for Alcohol Use Disorders

Symptoms of alcohol abuse, not dependence, may better reflect family risk for alcohol use disorders
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( Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research ) Individuals with alcohol use disorders (AUDs) vary widely in their age of onset of use, patterns of drinking, and symptom profiles. AUDs are often 'divided' into two categories: alcohol abuse (AA) and alcohol dependence (AD), with AA perceived as a milder syndrome that might develop into AD over time. A recent study of the clinical features of …
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Chavez, De La Hoya admit to drug, alcohol abuse
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Former world boxing champions Oscar De La Hoya and Julio Cesar Chavez admitted alcohol and drug abuse during the waning years of their careers.
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Chavez, De La Hoya Admit Drug, Alcohol Abuse

Chavez, De La Hoya admit drug, alcohol abuse
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Former world boxing champions Oscar De La Hoya and Julio Cesar Chavez admitted alcohol and drug abuse during the latter part of their careers while in training for prize fights.
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Sporting clubs tackle excess drinking
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Health experts are warning sporting clubs in Western Australia have a bad culture of alcohol abuse.
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Acton-Boxborough school officials eye student drug, alcohol use
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Concerns about student drug and alcohol abuse – including the recent concert death of a high school graduate – have prompted the possibility of more school-sponsored Saturday night activities, junior year health classes, specialized training for teachers, video monitoring on buses, community forums and more.
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Diabetes And Alcohol Abuse in the News

Anne Arundel County health briefs
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The Department of Health's alcohol and drug abuse prevention and education services have been awarded a Maryland grant of $ 31,132, which will aid in programs to reduce underage drinking. Grant target areas are Brooklyn Park, Curtis Bay, Glen Burnie …
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Sept. 17-30 Support Groups Calendar
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For those with diabetes or those interested in learning about the condition. (417) 257-6793. Teen Substance Awareness Program, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Baxter County Family Resource Center, 312 Bomber Blvd. For teens dealing with problems of drugs and alcohol …
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