A new therapy might beat depression better than the current champ
Depression - it's a hefty word that brings to mind images of people trapped in their own minds, unable to experience joy. It's a...
Loneliness: A hidden cause of depression in middle-aged and older people
Depression is a hidden villain. It's a leading cause of disability all over the world. It targets people of all ages, but it often...
Gut health and ADHD: a new connection
Do you know there are millions of tiny creatures living inside your body right now? It might sound like something from a sci-fi movie,...
Deeper digs on depression: unearthing brain’s hidden secrets
Depression is a common mental health issue that can turn lives upside down. Researchers are always on a quest to understand how this tricky...
Children’s laughter may boost mental health in older people
Have you ever noticed the happiness that fills a room when a child enters? Their laughter and curiosity can light up even the dullest...
The art of unwinding: how creative hobbies help Americans chill
A lot of Americans - nearly half, in fact - are turning to creative activities to keep stress and anxiety at bay.
Be it tickling...
Air pollution: the invisible threat to our mental health
Air pollution is like an invisible monster that might be messing with our minds. That's what a new study says.
This study was published in...
Understanding the emotional ‘blunting’ effect of common depression drugs
A study from the University of Cambridge has revealed why common antidepressants, specifically selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), cause emotional "blunting" in about half...
Sleep deprivation can improve mood in some people with depression
In a seemingly contradictory phenomenon, sleep deprivation can sometimes lead to mood improvements in individuals with depressive disorders, a study led by the Perelman...
Cracking the code of depression: the brain fold factor
Depression, or major depressive disorder (MDD), is a really tough mental health issue that affects a lot of people.
It's a tricky beast to understand...