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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.
A new study shows, in humans, mice, and flies, that elevated plasma levels and a…
Young men with a poor diet saw a significant improvement in their symptoms of depression…
Maternal stress during pregnancy affects fetal brain development, potentially causing cognitive and emotional challenges in…
Among people with depression, those using antidepressants had no better quality of life in the…
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It’s the first thing that many people reach for in the morning, but can that…
Potential Model for New Studies of Depression, Anxiety, Alzheimer’s Disease Rhesus macaques showed ability to…
The brain structure of patients with recent onset psychosis and depression can offer important biological…
Psilocybin fosters greater connections between different regions of the brain in depressed people, freeing them…
Psilocybin boosts brain connectivity, helping to treat depression and potentially other mental health disorders. Psilocybin,…
CAMH-led clinical trial provides further evidence for widespread use of pharmacogenetic testing in prescribing anti-depressants.…
The hype over medical marijuana for treating health problems may be exaggerated, researchers find. Obtaining…
Higher ozone levels predicted increase in depressive symptoms over time, study finds. Exposure to ozone…
Tackling mental health disorders among survivors of COVID-19 should be a priority, say researchers. A…
First study to show pregnant and postpartum women experience depression, anxiety even with medication. These…
Data point to rise in anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, suicidal thoughts. As the COVID-19…
A study found a genetic link between depression and Alzheimer’s, suggesting that depression may accelerate…