Depression

This drug may reduce depression and cognitive impairment in older adults

Scientists at Karolinska Institutet have found that duloxetine, a commonly used antidepressant, may also have benefits for memory and thinking abilities in older adults. Their...

Social chatbots could reduce loneliness and anxiety effectively

A new study has found that social chatbots—AI-powered programs designed to have conversations—can help university students feel less lonely and anxious. The research, published in...

Most people benefit from depression drugs, but not everyone responds the same way

A new study from King’s College London has found that most people who take selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a common type of antidepressant,...

These drugs for depression may increase risk of death, study finds

A new study has found that adults with depression who start treatment with newer antipsychotic medications may face a higher risk of death compared to those who add...

Study finds big cause of depression in older adults

Depression is a serious mental health issue that affects millions of people around the world. It can happen to anyone, but middle-aged and older...

Mediterranean diet linked to lower depression risk in people with arthritis

A new study suggests that following a Mediterranean diet may help reduce the risk of depression in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers found that...

Common depression drug can improve cognitive function

A recent study from Columbia University suggests that ketamine, a drug often used to treat severe depression, could quickly reduce suicidal thoughts while also...

Depression drugs help reduce anxiety, study confirms

A new review confirms that antidepressants can effectively reduce symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), at least in the short term. However, there is...

If you’re worried about inflammation, stop stressing about seed oils and focus on the...

You’ve probably seen recent claims online seed oils are “toxic” and cause inflammation, cancer, diabetes and heart disease. But what does the research say? Overall, if...

Diabetes and obesity drugs may help treat mental diseases

New research suggests that medications originally developed for diabetes and obesity could have potential benefits for mental health and cognitive disorders. A study from the...