Depression drugs work better if young patients have inflammation
In a new study, researchers found that children and teens with bipolar depression responded better to an antipsychotic medicine if they had increased markers...
Many people with arthritis suffer from depression, mental distress
In a new study, researchers found that many adults with arthritis suffer from depression, mental distress.
The prevalence of mental distress is 16.8% and the...
This common bowel problem may increase depression risk
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of conditions in which the intestines become inflamed (red and swollen).
Two major types of IBD are Crohn’s...
Parents’ depression could predict children’s future metabolic syndrome
In a new study, researchers found when parents suffer from depression, kids may be at risk for physical health problems in young adulthood.
The results...
Treatment of sleep apnea may help reduce depression
Patients who have had a stroke or heart attack are prone to suffer from low mood and are 2 to 3 times more likely...
Common bowel problems linked to depression
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of conditions in which the intestines become inflamed (red and swollen).
Two major types of IBD are Crohn’s...
Air pollution may increase depression and suicide risk
In a new study, researchers found that people exposed to higher levels of air pollution are more likely to experience depression or die by...
Scientists find new way to help people with chronic pain, depression
In a new study, researchers found that patients with chronic pain and depression who participated in medical group visits to learn mindfulness techniques were...
Cancer-related distress: Don’t just take it. Talk about it.
Feeling anxious, sad or helpless?
Having trouble concentrating, sleeping or completing everyday tasks? Worrying about family members, work or finances?
Mental health professionals sum up troubles...
In the long run, drugs and talk therapy may treat depression equally effective
Spending an hour in talk therapy with a trained counselor costs much more, and takes more time, than swallowing an inexpensive antidepressant pill.
But in...