How stress affects the brain’s cleanup system and depression
Depression is one of the most common and disabling mental health conditions in the world, affecting over 10% of people globally.
Stress plays a major...
How immune system affect anxiety and sociability
When we get sick, we often feel tired, moody, or anxious.
Scientists have long known that this isn’t just about feeling weak—it also involves how...
Heart failure linked to mental health decline in older people
A recent study from Poland shows that older adults living with heart failure tend to experience worsening mental health and thinking skills over time.
The...
New study links chronic pain and depression through inflammation
Chronic pain—defined as pain that lasts for three months or more—is not only physically exhausting but also closely connected to mental health issues like...
These depression drugs may lead to higher death risk
A recent study by researchers at Rutgers University and Columbia University has found a serious link between certain mental health medications and a higher...
Scientists find surprising link between body fat and anxiety
Researchers at McMaster University have discovered a new connection between body fat and anxiety, offering fresh insight into how our physical and mental health...
Inflammation could be the missing link between chronic pain and depression
Chronic pain affects nearly 30% of people around the world, and for many, it doesn't come alone.
Depression is a common companion, with those suffering...
17 risk factors may link stroke, dementia, and depression in later life
A new review has found that stroke, dementia, and depression in older adults share many of the same risk factors—17 in total. This means...
Anti-inflammatory drug could boost motivation in depression
A new study from Emory University has found that a drug commonly used to treat physical illnesses might also help people with depression, especially...
Laughing gas may help treat treatment-resistant depression
While many medications exist for treating major depression, about one in three patients don’t get better even after trying several antidepressants. This difficult condition...