Depression

Heavy cannabis use linked to anxiety disorders

A new study led by the Bruyère Research Institute and elsewhere has found a link between cannabis use and the development of anxiety disorders. This...

Widely used depression drugs safe for people with stroke

Recovering from a stroke is a challenging journey that touches not only physical health but also mental well-being. Many survivors find themselves battling depression and...

A new way to fight loneliness and depression

In new research led by the University of York and elsewhere, scientists have discovered an effective way to combat depression and loneliness. Their method is...

Ketamine offers hope for veterans with hard-to-treat depression

A new study has shed light on the effectiveness of ketamine as a treatment for severe depression, particularly among veterans who have struggled with...

Multiple chronic health problems can increase mental health problems

A recent study by Northwestern Medicine sheds light on a growing concern in healthcare: multimorbidity, which means having more than one long-term health condition. As...

Social withdrawal in teens linked to higher suicide risk, study shows

A recent study has raised concerns about the mental health of adolescents who avoid social activities and suffer from physical discomforts like headaches and...

Boosting mood can help fight inflammatory bowel disease

A groundbreaking study from King's College London has revealed a promising new way to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) - by improving mood. The research,...

Scientists find a big cause of depression in adults

A significant study from Colorado State University has shed new light on the factors contributing to depression, particularly in middle-aged and older adults. Depression is...

Healthy gut may help prevent depression, anxiety

Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have made an exciting discovery about a bacterium called Lactobacillus. This friendly microbe, found in fermented...

New treatment could improve memory in people with Schizophrenia

People with schizophrenia often struggle with memory problems, including the ability to remember to do things in the future. A recent study in Neuropsychopharmacology Reports...