Study finds new way to treat tough depression
Depression is a common and serious mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. According to the World Health Organization, about...
High blood pressure linked to these personality traits
Many people think of high blood pressure as something that only affects the heart. At doctor visits, it's often treated like just another number...
1 in 6 people may have withdrawal symptoms after stopping depression drugs
Many people take antidepressants to help manage depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions. But what happens when someone decides to stop taking them?
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Rosemary has been linked to better memory, lower anxiety and even protection from Alzheimer’s
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), the aromatic herb native to the Mediterranean, has long been treasured in kitchens around the world. But beyond its culinary charm,...
Talking therapy reduces depression and anxiety in stroke survivors
A new study by researchers at University College London (UCL) shows that stroke survivors who receive talking therapy for depression and anxiety are more...
One dose of ketamine could relieve depression for months
Major depressive disorder (MDD) affects nearly 10% of Americans at any given time, and as many as 20% will experience symptoms at some point...
Low-calorie diets may increase depression risk, study shows
A large new study suggests that following a low-calorie diet may increase the risk of experiencing depressive symptoms, especially in men and people who...
Depression at any age may raise risk of dementia, study finds
A major new study has confirmed that depression—whether it occurs in midlife or later in life—is linked to a higher risk of developing dementia....
Depression increases dementia risk at any age, study finds
A new global study has confirmed that people who experience depression in midlife or later life have a higher risk of developing dementia. The...
Depression drug use in adolescence may increase pain sensitivity in adulthood
As the use of antidepressants in teens continues to rise, new research from The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) suggests that these...