Alcohol dependence in late adolescence increases the risk of depression by early adulthood, even when…
Browsing: Depression
Depression is a common but serious mental health disorder that affects how people feel, think, and function in daily life. Characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties, depression has complex causes that include genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Ongoing scientific research is deepening our understanding of the brain mechanisms involved, exploring new treatments such as novel antidepressants, neuromodulation techniques, and personalized therapies. This page highlights the latest research and discoveries related to depression, including its causes, treatments, and the impact it has on health and society.
According to a recent study led by researchers from McMaster University, residing in economically and…
A Pro-Cognitive Agent Has Therapeutic Potential Cognitive impairments often coexist with mood disorders and other…
A new study suggests that cannabis use disorder leads to an increased risk of developing…
Women who used combined contraceptive pills were at greater risk of developing depression than women…
As evidence of a link grows, people with depression, anxiety, and other mental health symptoms…
People suffering from obesity are at a significantly greater risk of also developing mental disorders.…
A study identified sex-specific genetic links to depression, with 11 regions associated in women and…
Electrophysiological recordings reveal neural activity in the ACC correlates with depression severity, aiding future tailored…
COVID-19 patients with cognitive difficulties are twice as likely to experience long COVID symptoms, potentially…
Study Proposes Role for Gamma Oscillations in Future Treatment Researchers have found that restoring gamma…
Researchers conducted a comprehensive analysis of communications and the provision of social support within an…
Researchers have found that older adults suffering from depression age faster than their peers. Researchers…
The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health, working in partnership with George Washington University, is…
A Study Finds That Happy Worms Have Healthy Eggs Worms might not be depressed, per…
Scientists at Northwestern Medicine have discovered that octopamine, a neurotransmitter present in trace amounts in…
A comprehensive study has demonstrated that individuals with anxiety or major depressive disorders experience more…
According to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, individuals…