Probiotics may help lower depression, study finds

In a study from Brighton and Sussex Medical School, scientists found that probiotics either taken by themselves or when combined with prebiotics, may help...

Jumping gene is strongly linked to depression, fear and anxiety

The gene Tob is well known for the role it plays in cancer. Previous research has also indicated that it has a hand in...

Depression in people caring for partners with dementia can start 10 years before dementia...

In a study from the University of Michigan, scientists found depressive symptoms and caregiving hours among older adults caring for partners with dementia can...

Chemical imbalance theory of depression: clearing up some misconceptions

The scale of the response to our recent study finding that there was no support for the idea that low serotonin causes depression –...

Scientists find a drug that can reduce depression and suicidal thoughts

Scientists from the University of Exeter found ketamine therapy has a swift short-term effect on reducing symptoms of depression and suicidal thoughts. They analyzed evidence...

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

In a recent study from Colorado State University, scientists found social isolation is a big cause of depression in middle-aged and older people. Depression is...

Depression linked to rapid kidney function decline

Scientists from Southern Medical University found in adults with normal kidney function, those who had frequent depressive symptoms were more likely to later experience...

Antidepressants may work better than exercise for older people with depression

In a study from Albacete Zone VIII Health Center, scientists found antidepressants may be more effective than exercise for seniors with depression. They assigned 347...

Depression is hard to treat in older people with metabolic syndrome

Scientists from Washington University in St. Louis found that having Metabolic Syndrome makes it harder for older adults to respond to therapies for depression. Metabolic...

People with arthritis may have higher risks of dementia and depression

In a study from Odense University Hospital, scientists found higher risks of dementia and depression in people with arthritis. They used data from the DANBIO...