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Harvard Mental Health Letter: September 2009

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Articles in this issue:

Treating generalized anxiety disorder in the elderly

Generalized anxiety disorder is one of the more common mental illnesses affecting older people. Medication may not be the best treatment option because older patients tend to be more prone to side effects.

Treating bulimia nervosa

The eating disorder bulimia nervosa is characterized by a period of binge eating followed by a compensating action. Recommended treatment combines psychotherapy with nutritional counseling.

Taking on school bullies

Victims of bullying are more likely to develop mental health problems than other children, and bullies are also more likely to have problems as they get older. Resources are available to help schools and parents deal with bullying issues. Read More »

In Brief: Mental performance during perimenopause

A study of women at different stages of menopause found that a slight cognitive lag occurs in late perimenopause, but it is temporary.

In Brief: Depression screening in adolescents

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is recommending that adolescents be screened for depression when the systems to diagnose and treat them are available.

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