Air pollution could increase risks of depression, autoimmune diseases
In a new study from the University of Verona in Italy, researchers found long-term exposure to air pollution is linked to a heightened risk...
Opioid pain killers linked to mood disorders, pancreatic cancer
In a new study from the University of Queensland, researchers found people who are prescribed opioids for pain relief have a higher risk of...
Anxiety vs depression: big differences you need to know
Occasional anxiety is an expected part of life.
You might feel anxious when faced with a problem at work, before taking a test, or before...
Ketamine strongly reduces depression and suicide, study shows
In a new study from UBC Okanagan and the University of Exeter, researchers found ketamine is a potentially powerful tool in the fight against...
7 strange habits caused by depression
Depression is a serious mental illness that can interfere with a person's life.
It can cause long-lasting and severe feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss...
More time at home, more severe symptoms in people with depression
In a new study from King's College London, researchers found that individuals diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD) who spent more time at home...
Severe COVID-19 linked to long-term mental health issues
In a new study, researchers found that serious COVID-19 illness is linked to an increase in the risk of long-term adverse mental health effects.
The...
Childhood inflammation may cause depression and mental disorders later in life
In a new review study, researchers conclude that early-life infection, inflammation, and metabolic changes could contribute to psychiatric disorders—perhaps via effects during critical periods...
This mindfulness therapy could benefit people with depression
In a new study from the University of Exeter, researchers found that Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) can help promote self-kindness in people with a...
Daily photo sharing linked to double depression risk
In a new study, researchers found the rate of reported depressive symptoms that are likely to require treatment has more than doubled by the...