Depression

Scientists find new ‘warning sign’ of early depression

Chronic pain, or inflammation, is believed to be one of the major factors in the onset of major depressive disorder. Therefore, to better understand what...

Single dose of this psychedelic drug may reduce depression, anxiety for years

In a new study, researchers found that a one-time, single-dose treatment of psilocybin, a compound found in psychedelic mushrooms, combined with psychotherapy appears to...

Troubled relationships may double depression and anxiety risks

In a new study, researchers found that some forms of domestic violence double victims' risk of depression and anxiety disorders later in life. The research...

This study finds new drug to treat depression

More than 14 million Americans suffer from clinical depression, yet one in three doesn’t experience relief from approved antidepressant drugs. A recent study from the...

New finding may help treat alcohol use disorder and depression

For people with psychiatric disorders, comorbidity — or the presence of two or more disorders in a single patient — is quite common. One of the...

This personality trait may prevent depression

While narcissism may be viewed by many in society as a negative personality trait, it could also have benefits. In a recent study led by...

New depression drug may help treat Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers have revealed a key missing piece of the Alzheimer's disease puzzle. They found an existing drug that dramatically reduced Alzheimer's...

Cigarette smoking may damage mental health, increase depression

For decades, doctors have warned about the health risks of smoking. However, their warnings focused on the physical risks that cigarettes pose to health, such...

Pursuing happiness may cause depression—if you are from the UK or USA

In a new study, researchers found that focusing too much on the need to enjoy experiences may be contributing to depressive symptoms. They suggest that...

Common anti-inflammatory drugs could reduce depression effectively

Around a third of people who are clinically depressed don’t respond well to the current drug and talking therapies, and drug side effects are...