Parkinson’s drug shows promise for hard-to-treat depression
A drug commonly used for Parkinson’s disease, called pramipexole, has shown strong results in helping people with depression that hasn’t improved with standard treatments....
Warning signs of depression in women
Clinical depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and handles daily activities. While it can happen to...
Autoimmune diseases linked to higher risk of depression and anxiety
A large UK study has found that people living with autoimmune diseases are nearly twice as likely to experience long-term mental health problems such...
This electronic tattoo could monitor brain strain and keep workers sharp and safe
A team of researchers has developed a high-tech “electronic tattoo” that sticks to the forehead and tracks mental strain in real time—offering a game-changing...
Which depression drug has fewest side effects
Antidepressants can be life-changing for people dealing with depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. But one of the biggest concerns for many people is...
Signs of clinical depression in women
Clinical depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world, and women are nearly twice as likely as...
Natural ways to ease anxiety and depression
Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health challenges people face today. Many adults experience symptoms such as constant worry, sadness,...
Some depression drugs are linked to higher death risk
A recent study has found that adults with depression who start treatment with newer antipsychotic drugs may face a higher risk of death compared...
When reality fails: What to know about psychosis
Hearing voices. Seeing imaginary people and animals. Feeling paranoid. Thinking others can hear their thoughts.
A teen or young adult experiencing these sensations might get...
Personalized brain stimulation may treat depression effectively
Medical researchers at QIMR Berghofer in Australia have made a major breakthrough in treating depression using a personalized form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)....