Depression

Handling stress well may make you a friendlier, more outgoing person

A new study from Michigan State University suggests that how you manage daily stress can actually shape your personality over time. According to the research,...

New antipsychotic drugs may increase death risk in depressed adults

A recent study by researchers from Rutgers University and Columbia University has found a serious health risk linked to newer antipsychotic medications in adults...

Low-calorie diets may increase depression risk, especially in men

Following a low-calorie diet may be linked to a higher risk of depression, according to a new study published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health....

Chronic pain linked to high rates of depression and anxiety, global study shows

A major new study has revealed just how closely chronic pain is linked to mental health struggles like depression and anxiety — and the...

Hearing aids and implants may improve mental health and life span

A new study has shown that hearing aids and cochlear implants don’t just improve hearing—they also help people feel more socially connected and less...

Parkinson’s drug shows promise for hard-to-treat depression

A drug commonly used for Parkinson’s disease, called pramipexole, has shown strong results in helping people with depression that hasn’t improved with standard treatments....

Warning signs of depression in women

Clinical depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and handles daily activities. While it can happen to...

Autoimmune diseases linked to higher risk of depression and anxiety

A large UK study has found that people living with autoimmune diseases are nearly twice as likely to experience long-term mental health problems such...

This electronic tattoo could monitor brain strain and keep workers sharp and safe

A team of researchers has developed a high-tech “electronic tattoo” that sticks to the forehead and tracks mental strain in real time—offering a game-changing...

Which depression drug has fewest side effects

Antidepressants can be life-changing for people dealing with depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. But one of the biggest concerns for many people is...