Naturally occurring lithium in public drinking water may have an anti-suicidal effect – according to…
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.
FDA database of drug side effects indicates the benefit may hold up no matter where…
Rates of psychological distress, including depression and anxiety symptoms, were found among Australian adults during…
No matter how close parks are to home, perceptions of park-centered crime may keep New…
But possible contribution to lessening anxiety not yet clear, evidence review suggests. Probiotics either taken…
University of Illinois at Chicago researchers use stem cells from adults with depression to test…
Stockholm, Sweden: Scientists have found that some people being treated with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors…
Tubulin traps important signaling molecules, leads to reduced brain messaging. Scientists have zeroed in on…
A new form of magnetic brain stimulation rapidly relieved symptoms of severe depression in 90%…
Drug class ‘notoriously difficult to quit,’ yet not intended for permanent use, according to authors…
Sitting Still Linked to Increased Risk of Depression in Adolescents Too much time sitting still…
A new method of interpreting brain activity could be used in clinics to identify people…
Changes in neurotransmission may explain intrinsic immunity to depression. Rats susceptible to anhedonia, a core…
If you’re prone to depression, this holiday season you might want to say “bah humbug”…
A new multicenter European study that assessed the burden of itch on dermatological patients’ psychological…
Anti-inflammatory agents, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, statins, and antibiotics, can safely and effectively curb the…
In a Health & Social Care in the Community study published today (October 8, 2019)…
The proportion of people aged over 65 on antidepressants has more than doubled in two…