Depression

Second medication may treat depression better in older people

Depression is a mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities that one used to enjoy. It affects...

Common sleep hormone may reduce self-harm, anxiety, depression

Depression and self-harm are serious issues that affect many young people. Depression is a mood disorder that can cause feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and...

Older people suffering from depression age faster, study finds

Dementia is a syndrome that refers to a decline in cognitive function that interferes with daily activities. It is a progressive condition that affects memory,...

Why men and women have different depression symptoms

Depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest or pleasure in activities that an...

Antidepressant withdrawal should be taken seriously – we’re investigating ways to help people come...

Misinformation about antidepressants is rife and is probably fuelling their rise in use.

Why Matcha tea powder may fight depression

Depression is a common mental disorder that affects many people around the world. It's caused by a lack of dopamine in the brain, which is...

Depression too often gets deemed ‘hard to treat’ when medication falls short

A plumber who shows up to fix a leaking toilet with a single tool is not likely to succeed. The same is true if...

This stuff in blood is linked to depression, study finds

Depression is a mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and acts. It causes feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of...

Mediterranean diet plus fish oil can benefit people with depression

The University of South Australia scientists have discovered that incorporating fish oil into a Mediterranean diet can improve mental health in people suffering from...

Research shows a big cause of depression in middle-aged and older people

Depression affects millions of people worldwide and can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. In a recent study conducted by scientists from Colorado State...