This acne drug may prevent schizophrenia, study finds
A new study has found that a widely used antibiotic could lower the risk of developing schizophrenia in young people.
Researchers discovered that adolescents who...
Scientists successfully reverse anxiety and depression
Scientists have uncovered how a specific group of brain cells deep in the amygdala—a region that helps control emotions—can drive anxiety, depression, and social...
Low vitamin D levels linked to depression, study confirms
likely to experience depression.
The research, published in the journal Biomolecules and Biomedicine, analyzed evidence from 66 studies across 31 countries.
The results show that when...
Depression drugs may increase weight gain and obesity risk
A new study from the Hospital del Mar Research Institute has found that people who take antidepressants are more likely to gain weight over...
New depression treatment targets the brain, not just the symptoms
Depression is one of the most common mental health problems in the world. It affects how people feel, think, sleep, and make decisions.
Some people...
Ketamine for severe depression and PTSD: what you need to know
Combining psychotherapy with low doses of ketamine is becoming a more common option for treating severe depression and post-traumatic stress, especially for people who...
This depression drug could reduce sadness and suicidal thoughts within 2 weeks
One of the most commonly prescribed antidepressants, sertraline, may begin to relieve some key symptoms of depression and anxiety within just two weeks, according...
Mindfulness and self-compassion can help reduce depression
More and more research shows that people who treat themselves kindly and stay mindful of the present moment are less likely to feel depressed...
Text therapy as effective as video calls for depression, study finds
A new study suggests that people with depression can benefit just as much from text-based therapy as they can from traditional video therapy sessions.
The...
Why dancing can help reduce depression
A new study from the University of Eastern Finland has found that dancing—especially as a form of expressive performance—can help people manage depression, understand...