Depression

New brain stimulation may help treat depression

New brain stimulation may help treat depression

A new study has shown that brain stimulation could help reduce depression symptoms. The brain stimulation method is called transcranial alternating current stimulation, or tACS. The...
Exercise, but not supplements, could help you prevent depression

Exercise, but not supplements, could help you prevent depression

Recently, researchers have found to prevent depression symptoms, it is better to do more physical activities rather than taking nutritional supplements. Previous studies have shown...
Depression linked to higher stroke risk in older people

Depression linked to higher stroke risk in older people

A new study has shown that having more depression symptoms is linked to a higher risk of stroke in older people. People who report an...
Moderate alcohol drinking linked to less chronic pain and depression

Moderate alcohol drinking linked to less chronic pain and depression

In a new study, researchers found drinking alcohol moderately is linked to reduced depression and chronic pain. The research was conducted by pain researchers from...
Many older people in the U.S. feel lonely and isolated

Many older people in the U.S. feel lonely and isolated

A new study from Michigan Medicine shows that many older people feel lonely, especially in those with health issues. The new national poll finds that...
Excessive sweating may be linked to anxiety, depression

Excessive sweating may be linked to anxiety, depression

In a new study, researchers found excessive sweating is linked to mental health problems. They found may patients with hyperhidrosis also had either anxiety or...
5 myths about mental health everyone should know

5 myths about mental health everyone should know

Mental health, or psychological well-being, is very important for people’s overall health and the quality of life. Mental illness could affect everyone in some way,...
Smartphones could help explain the causes of depression and anxiety

Smartphones could help explain the causes of depression and anxiety

In a new study, researchers used smartphones to measure symptoms of depression and anxiety in real time and learn how immediate feelings relate to...

Scientists discover specific gut bacteria linked to depression

In a new study, researchers discovered specific gut bacteria linked to depression and provides evidence that a wide range of gut bacteria can produce...

Older people with depression could benefit from non-drug treatments

Depression is common in older age and with an aging population how late-life depression is managed will become increasingly important. In a new study, researchers...