Depression

Depression linked to higher heart disease risks in young adults

In a study from Johns Hopkins Medicine, scientists found young adults who feel down or depressed are more likely to develop heart disease and...

New anti-depression drug may also treat alcohol use disorder

In a study from Scripps Research, scientists found an experimental antidepressant compound with a potentially unique mechanism of action may also be effective against...

New breathing technique can lower stress better than meditation

People who engage in cyclic sighing breathing exercises see a greater reduction in stress than those engaging in mindfulness meditation.

ADHD more strongly linked to anxiety and depression compared to autism

Autistic people and people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often experience anxiety and depression. When these conditions occur together, though – as they often...

This drug can reverse inflammation on the brain in depression, study finds

In a study from Emory University, scientists found levodopa, a drug that increases dopamine in the brain, has the potential to reverse the effects...

Common depression drugs may cause emotional ‘blunting’

In a study from the University of Cambridge, scientists found why common anti-depressants cause around half of users to feel emotionally "blunted." They found that...

Vitamin B6 could reduce anxiety and depression, study finds

In a study from the University of Reading, scientists found examined the impact of high doses of Vitamin B6 on young adults. They found that...

Feeling depressed? Doing this may help

Scientists found people suffering from symptoms of depression or anxiety may help heal themselves by doing good deeds for others.

Post-concussion symptoms strongly linked to depression

In a study from University of Ottawa, scientists found a strong association between persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS) and depression.

Scientists find who will respond best to ketamine for severe depression

In a study from the Baylor College of Medicine, scientists found a way to determine who will respond best to ketamine for severe depression. While...