Acupuncture for Depression During PregnancyAcupuncture for Depression During Pregnancy

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An aticle in the March 2010 journal Obstetrics and Gynecology reviews a randomized control trial of 150 pregnant women diagnosed with major depression.  Women who received acupuncture specific for depression had a significant reduction in depresison symptoms as compared to 2 other control groups.  Authors:  Monber R, Schnyer RN,  Lyell D, Chambers AS, et al.  Acupuncture for depression during pregnancy: a randomized controlled trial. Obstet & Gynec 2010;115:511-20