Adolescent Depression

Depression in adolescents is quite similar to that of adults. Teens suffering from psychotic depressions may report hallucinations. Other common signs are a decline in academic achievements, behavioral problems in friendship, withdrawal from external contact, and a lack of enthusiasm and energy.

As a parent or caregiver for an adolescent, always remain on your guard against possible symptoms of teen depression. Give your child all the attention and love he/she requires. Pick up some easy tips on managing depression here at this support group.

AIDS/HIV

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), is a disease which destroys the immune system and makes the affected person vulnerable to opportunistic infections and tumors. There is no cure for AIDS, but modern multi-drug therapies have been successful in helping people with AIDS manage the disease.

Join our online support group for people with AIDS to find help and information from experts and meet others with AIDS.

AIDS/HIV - Clinical Features

Does HIV display any untoward signs soon after infection? Or does the virus remain dormant for a while, and then surface a few years later? What are the other clinical features of HIV? How important is the CD4-T cell count?

To get all your questions on the clinical features of HIV/AIDS answered, our support group is the place for you to be.

AIDS/HIV - Epidemiology

The HIV/AIDS epidemics spreading through the countries of Sub-Saharan Africa are highly varied. Although it is not correct to speak of a single African epidemic, Africa is without doubt the region most affected by the virus.

AIDS/HIV - Health Education

Preventing the spread of HIV requires multi=pronged efforts that include effective, sustained health education and health promotion programs. The ultimate goal is to reduce the further transmission of HIV infections.

All the information you require on the Health Education aspect of HIV is available under the one single roof of this support group. So sign up, share your experiences and ideas and help stem the low of HIV.

AIDS/HIV - Lab Tests and FAQs

Within three months of HIV infection, the immune system develops antibodies in response to the viral entry. An HIV infection test detects the presence of these HIV antibodies.

If you require additional information on the various kinds of tests for HIV, their accuracy and speed of testing, join our support group and gather all the lowdown you need on the subject.

Obesity

Obesity is an accumulation of fat in the body to an extent that it reduces health and life expectancy. Being obese increases the risk for many diseases from cancer and diabetes to heart diseases.

Join the online support group for people dealing with obesity – you can meet others who have successfully reduced their weight, share problems, and meet doctors and professionals helping obese people.

Oral Health: The First Reflector of AIDS

Oral health, or the lack of it rather, is often one of the first reflectors of AIDS. HIV can cause serious damage to the mouth and the surrounding structures. Under immunocompromised conditions, the usual microorganisms in the mouth can set off irreparable damage to the teeth, lips, tongue, gums and cheeks.

For more information on oral health during AIDS and its maintenance, join Medindia’s support group today.

Others

Teens are at the threshold of adulthood, and teenage is a time of preparation for adult life. For many teenagers, it is also a stressful and confusing period as they grow out of the protective cocoon of childhood and seek to find their way to independence.

If you are a teen, or you have a teenager in your family, our support group will be able to help you network and find solutions to a lot of teen-challenges.

Sex Education For Teens

Sex education for teens is necessary to equip them to deal with the increasing sexual pressures of today’s culture as well as the confusion they have about their own bodies.

Join our online group on sex education for teens to talk with other parents and teens.