Depression

30-min exercise may help reduce depression symptoms

Scientists from Iowa State University found Exercising for half an hour may reduce symptoms of depression for at least 75 minutes post-workout and amplify...

This testing can improve symptoms in severe depression

A new study from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health found pharmacogenetic testing was linked to nearly a two-fold (89%) increase in remission...

Stroke linked to higher risk for depression, study finds

A new study from Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark found stroke survivors may have a higher risk of developing depression or another mood disorder within...

Air pollution could increase risks of depression, autoimmune diseases

In a new study from the University of Verona in Italy, researchers found long-term exposure to air pollution is linked to a heightened risk...

Anxiety vs depression: big differences you need to know

Occasional anxiety is an expected part of life. You might feel anxious when faced with a problem at work, before taking a test, or before...

Ketamine strongly reduces depression and suicide, study shows

In a new study from UBC Okanagan and the University of Exeter, researchers found ketamine is a potentially powerful tool in the fight against...

7 strange habits caused by depression

Depression is a serious mental illness that can interfere with a person's life. It can cause long-lasting and severe feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss...

More time at home, more severe symptoms in people with depression

In a new study from King's College London, researchers found that individuals diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD) who spent more time at home...

Childhood inflammation may cause depression and mental disorders later in life

In a new review study, researchers conclude that early-life infection, inflammation, and metabolic changes could contribute to psychiatric disorders—perhaps via effects during critical periods...

This mindfulness therapy could benefit people with depression

In a new study from the University of Exeter, researchers found that Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) can help promote self-kindness in people with a...