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Category:Depression
XPhyto: Is mescaline the next big mood-modifying medicine?
Share me on…Research into the psychotherapeutic potential of mescaline is … This is the sharp end of the race to combat mental health conditions, led by … Read More
Blood test for depression and bipolar
Share me on…Blood test for depression and bipolar In findings that could open the door to people seeking a diagnosis, or who want to better understand their condition, scientists have discovered a biological basis for mood disorders Depression is an incredibly common condition, with one in four people experiencing a depressive episode in their lifetime. …
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The Complex Link Between Depression and Sex
Share me on…Research finds that depression does not just have one effect on sexual behavior. Depression is linked to a lack of sexual activity, as well as to … Read More
7 Myths About Optimism and Pessimism
Share me on…Summary. Past research has demonstrated that optimism can benefit happiness, … and considering worst-case scenarios—can help reduce anxiety. Read More
Can “Playing Around” Boost Your Romantic Life?
Share me on…A recent research review suggests that being playful in your romantic … That includes depression, anxiety, heart disease, a weakened immune system … Read More
What Seniors Hit Hard by the Pandemic Need Now
Share me on…Many older adults do not access needed mental health services. … regular phone calls, could have a substantial effect on well-being, research finds. Read More
Huntington’s disease (HD) research
Share me on…… emotional problems, such as anxiety and depression. HD is caused by mutations in the Huntington gene (HTT), which produces a mutant protein. Read More
Anxiety, depression and online dating
Share me on…Anxiety, depression and online dating Many of us have experienced isolation due to lockdowns and various stay-at-home orders over the past year. For some people, such isolation has brought with it feelings of severe loneliness, resulting in increased rates of depression and a sense of anxiety or trepidation about participating in future social …
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Scapegoating the Mentally Ill Won’t Stop Gun Violence
Share me on…Research consistently finds this to be so (Ash, 2018; Anacker & Pinals, 2018; … Factors such as depression, psychosis, and substance use appear to … Read More
Barbies May Do Damage That Realistic Dolls Can’t Undo
Share me on…… pre-adolescent girls and are linked to long-term outcomes that include eating disorders and depression. The authors of this new research argue that … Read More
7 Simple Habits to Protect Your Mental Health
Share me on…A recent study lead by researchers at Harvard sought to understand what could most protect us from depression that is within our control. Read More
CBD oil for ADHD: What the research shows
Share me on…The research investigating CBD’s role in anxiety and depression has been promising. In a 2015 review, researchers state that CBD could interact with … Read More
Coronavirus: One in four mental health patients saw non-drug treatments ‘completely stop’
Share me on…From all the research and all the data, that might be the standout one. … depression, and attending weekly group therapy sessions, which she found … Read More
Amid attacks, Asian Americans challenge traditions that discourage speaking out, seeking therapy
Share me on…In spring of 2020, the American Academy of Pediatrics conducted a study … Although the numbers of Asians experiencing anxiety and depression is … Read More
Research in metaphors enables better understanding of depression and patients’ needs
Share me on…The conceptual metaphors of depression found in 23 blogs written by people with major depressive disorders were analysed by a multidisciplinary UOC … Read More
Psychedelics Becoming Valuable Alternatives to Conventional Mental Health Treatments
Share me on…… prozac, and these concens have spurred a wave of research into alternative treatments for common mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, … Read More
What to know about cannabis and bipolar disorder
Share me on…less depression; higher energy levels. Other studies suggest cannabis can improve brain function in people with bipolar disorder. An older study from … Read More