Exposure to this stuff at night may cause depression
In a new study, researchers found that repeatedly exposing lab mice to blue light at night can lead to developing symptoms of depression.
The research...
Scientists find how ketamine combats depression
In a new study, researchers found why in low doses, the anesthetic drug ketamine could have a rapid effect on difficult-to-treat depression.
They identified a...
Depression linked to this cognitive problem in people with autism
In a new study, researchers found that adolescents and young adults with autism and those with typical development show similar proactive cognitive control.
However, symptoms...
Depression, anxiety and PTSD may not be mental diseases at all
In a new study, researchers found that some of the most common mental disorders, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD, might not be disorders at...
Stress, anxiety or depression? Treatment starts with the right diagnosis
Long before the coronavirus pandemic mixed fear and uncertainty into daily life, Americans felt stressed out.
They worried about the country's rising health care costs,...
Scientists discover new treatment for depression, anxiety
In a new study, researchers discovered that treatments of brain disorders may not have to require drugs or invasive surgery at all—just sound waves.
The...
Is your job killing you? Here is why it may lead to depression, death
As millions continue working from home during the pandemic or are required to report to jobs as essential employees, many have raised questions about...
Sleep loss may predict depression, thinking problems in older people
In a new study, researchers found that insomnia may strongly increase the risk that older adults will be unable to shake off depression.
The research...
This new therapy could treat depression more effectively
In a new study, researchers found a new therapy is better at treating depression than cognitive-behavioral therapy—or CBT—seen as the gold standard by psychologists.
The...
New finding may help develop effective treatment for depression
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide, striking as many as one in four women and one in eight men in their lifetimes.
While...