Mental Health

Scientists find new drug to treat depression effectively

In a new study, researchers found a drug that works against depression by a completely different mechanism than existing treatments. They showed that ezogabine (also...

Why experts say a good mood can lead to good health

It doesn't take a scientist to understand that laughter feels good, while anger feels awful. But it does take one to explain why one of...

These jobs may be linked to higher risk of heavy drinking

In a new study, researchers found that working in certain occupations may be associated with a higher likelihood of heavy drinking in people aged...

Almost half of COVID-19 sufferers report depression

In a new study, researchers found that almost half of people testing positive for coronavirus have reported symptoms of depression. The research was conducted by...

Effective anxiety therapy can strongly change personality

In a new study, researchers found that people with anxiety disorders can benefit from two types of therapy. They also found the same patients showed...

This study shows a major cause of depression in older people

In a recent study at UCL and elsewhere, researchers found that loneliness is responsible for 18% of depression among older people. They showed that people’s...

Some depression drugs may increase death risk

In a recent study at Rutgers and Columbia University, researchers found an increased death risk in adults with depression who used newer antipsychotic medications...

People with these 2 mental problems may develop Alzheimer’s early

In a new study, researchers found that having depression is known to increase your risk for developing Alzheimer's disease. They found that if people do...

6 ways to manage COVID-19 depression

Depression is increasing in the United States, in no small part due to COVID-19. According to recent reports, depressive symptoms are at least three times...

Irregular sleep linked to bad moods and depression

In a new study, researchers found that an irregular sleep schedule can increase a person’s risk of depression over the long term as much...