Daily AI chat use linked to higher risk of depression
If you spend a lot of time chatting with AI tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or Google Gemini, you might want to take a...
Why standard depression drugs don’t work for everyone
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in Australia and around the world. Millions of people live with ongoing sadness, low...
These 3 things can be major causes of teen suicidal thoughts
Suicide has become the leading cause of death among teenagers in Australia, and researchers are working urgently to understand why so many young people...
A tiny implant could help treat the most severe depression
Depression affects millions of adults in the U.S., and for many, treatment with medication or therapy helps. But for about one-third of people with...
Can an arthritis drug help find depression?
A new study from Emory University suggests that a drug used to treat inflammation in arthritis might help people with depression feel more motivated.
This...
Pet loss can be harder than losing a loved person
For many people, pets are more than just animals—they are family. A new study shows that for one in five people, losing a pet...
Why depression in asthma may be different from primary depression
A new study from researchers at Hiroshima University in Japan has found surprising results about depression in people with asthma.
The scientists discovered that adults...
New study finds ADHD brain stimulation device is not effective
A major new study led by King's College London has found that a device approved in the U.S. to treat ADHD does not help...
Different types of depression linked to different heart and diabetes risks
Depression is more than just feeling sad. It is a serious health condition that affects millions of people around the world.
For years, scientists have...
Study finds a big cause of alcohol addiction
Alcohol addiction, also called alcohol use disorder, is a serious health problem that affects millions of people worldwide. It is one of the most...