Depression

Researchers at McGill University and the Douglas Institute have pinpointed two types of brain cells that are altered in individuals with depression, a discovery that could pave the way for…

Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma has launched the state’s first perinatal behavioral health clinic, offering vital mental health services to mothers during and after pregnancy. “Untreated mental health conditions during pregnancy…

For years, scientists have puzzled over why boys are diagnosed with autism and ADHD at nearly three times the rate of girls. New research from the University of Rochester now…

A drug typically studied for epilepsy may reverse key symptoms of autism, according to a new study in mice. The research, published Wednesday in Science Advances, explored how Z944—also known…

AbbVie (ABBV.N) is set to acquire an experimental depression treatment from Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals for up to $1.2 billion, marking a strategic push into the rapidly growing psychedelic-based therapy market. The…

As respiratory illness season approaches, state health agencies and clinicians are actively encouraging pregnant patients to receive COVID-19 vaccinations, despite the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) no…

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) delivers targeted electrical currents through tiny electrodes implanted in the brain. Similar to a cardiac pacemaker, these pulses interrupt abnormal neural activity, stopping tremors or pain…

Recent research highlights the dual benefits of antidepressant therapy in patients suffering from both coronary artery disease (CAD) and depression, revealing important links between serotonin regulation, inflammation, and cardiac health.…

A new wearable sensor developed at the University of Southern California (USC) could transform how patients with bipolar disorder track their medication. Lithium, a common treatment for bipolar disorder, requires…

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a common yet often isolating condition that affects new parents following childbirth. “Here was this precious baby I had wanted for so long, and I didn’t…

Infertility reshapes lives in ways that are often invisible but profoundly personal. Unlike a sudden crisis, the shift comes quietly, gradually altering how individuals see themselves and navigate the world.…

recent randomized clinical trial has revealed that a combined therapeutic approach may be more effective than traditional cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in reducing binge eating and promoting weight loss among…

A national study conducted by researchers from Carleton University and the University of Toronto has found that older adults living in greener neighborhoods were less likely to experience depression during…

Managing anger is a critical life skill, yet access to affordable, effective training remains limited. While many programs claim to be free, most require payment at some stage, often for…

Less than half of American adolescents experiencing major depressive episodes (MDE) received mental health services in 2022, with treatment rates even lower among marginalized groups, according to new research published…

A nationwide Finnish study has revealed that adults diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often reduce their use of antidepressants after starting ADHD treatment. Published in Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica, the…

Anxiety disorders are far more common than many realize. According to Professor Oliver Robinson of University College London, one in four people will experience clinically significant anxiety at some point,…

eunion Neuroscience is preparing to move its experimental psychedelic therapy into late-stage testing following encouraging mid-stage trial results in women with postpartum depression (PPD). The company announced Monday that its…

Messaging around hand hygiene during the Covid-19 pandemic may have worsened symptoms for individuals living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), according to new research from Trinity College Dublin. The research team…

Key Points: The link between depression and creativity remains unclear. Bipolar depression is especially associated with heightened creativity during manic or hypomanic episodes. Individuals with higher education in the arts…