Psilocybin significantly increases and strengthens neural connections in the brain, suggesting a structural basis for…
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 strong psychosocial safety climate is essential to prevent emotional harm and improve productivity. Full-time…
Young people with poor mental health took a turn for the better during the pandemic…
Researchers have identified two subgroups of adolescents who self-harm and have shown that it is…
UCLA researchers discover MAOIs could activate immune system to shrink various types of tumors. A…
In a phase 2 clinical trial, researchers found a one-hour inhalation session with 25% nitrous…
People whose sleep pattern goes against their natural body clock are more likely to have…
COVID-19 has led to psychological distress among one in three adults, large-scale meta-analysis reveals. One…
Neurological and psychiatric symptoms are common in COVID-19, even in mild cases. Neurological and psychiatric…
Neuroscientists at Synapsy have identified one of the mechanisms behind the antidepressant effect of lactate,…
Researchers found that people with genes linked to early rising are significantly less likely to…
Among individuals with healthy kidneys, those with more frequent depressive symptoms were more likely to…
Psilocybin showed faster and more significant antidepressant effects than escitalopram in a controlled clinical trial,…
New protein-focused research reveals promising gene targets for depression therapy and diagnosis. Using an innovative…
Worldwide, 1 in 4 People Will Suffer From a Depressive Episode in Their Lifetime While…
Phthalates, found in many everyday products, may disrupt hormone levels during pregnancy and raise the…
Scientists make pivotal discovery of method for wireless modulation of neurons with X-rays that could…
A research review led by Oxford Brookes University has found a large proportion of COVID-19…