Depression

Skin conductance: A new way to understand emotions without cameras

Scientists from Tokyo Metropolitan University have found a way to read emotions using changes in skin conductance. This method avoids using cameras and focuses on...

High blood pressure linked to these personality traits

High blood pressure is widely recognized as a major risk factor for heart disease, but recent research suggests its impact goes beyond physical health. A...

Simple ways to boost your mental health

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as looking after your body. While therapy and medication are helpful for many people, there...

Study finds big cause of higher suicide risk in men

Men are significantly more likely to die by suicide than women, with rates two to four times higher worldwide, including in Switzerland. While the reasons...

Can depression drugs help reduce chronic pain?

A recent study has raised concerns about the widespread use of antidepressants for managing chronic pain, revealing that many of these medications are being...

Why depression can increase risk of chronic diseases

Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, but its impact goes beyond feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Scientists have...

How to deal with withdrawal symptoms when stopping depression drugs

Stopping antidepressants can be a challenging process for some people. A recent study found that about one in six individuals who discontinue these medications may...

New drugs for depression may increase death risk

Researchers from Rutgers University and Columbia University have discovered that newer antipsychotic medications could significantly increase the risk of death in adults with depression. This...

Hidden brain patterns may help detect early signs of schizophrenia

New research has uncovered hidden patterns in the brain that could help detect early signs of schizophrenia, a serious mental health condition. The study offers...

Why low-dose ketamine can reduce depression quickly

Researchers have uncovered how low doses of ketamine rapidly reduce symptoms of major depression, providing relief in just hours, with effects lasting several days. This...