depression Archive
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Ebola Causes Long-term Neurological Damage
Posted on March 2, 2016 | No CommentsA new study from the US National Institute of Health has revealed that Ebola survivors face long-term neurological problems even six months after recovery from […] -
New Type of Antidepressant Found to Work in Mice
Posted on January 19, 2016 | No CommentsResearchers from John Hopkins have found that a compound, called CGP3466B, elicited antidepressant-like effects when administered to mice. These effects occurred within hours, unlike currently […] -
Could Depression be Infectious?
Posted on November 16, 2014 | No CommentsMajor Depressive Disorder (MDD) should be redefined as an infectious disease, argues Dr Turhan Canli, Associate Professor of Psychology and Radiology at Stony Brook University, […] -
In Sickness and in Health
Posted on October 26, 2014 | No CommentsMarriage can do many things to a person, but if you have a history of depression, it can significantly increase your weight. Research from Ohio State University […] -
Sexual Stereotyping Affects Suicide Rates in Austria
Posted on October 18, 2014 | No CommentsIt appears that suicide reporting in Austria both distorts reality and endorses gender stereotypes, potentially making suicide attempts more common. The Medical University of Vienna […] -
Understand the brain through damage
Posted on November 21, 2013 | No CommentsThe brain is not well-understood. We are gradually uncovering its mysteries, but there is a long way to go. One interesting way of finding out […] -
Migraine and despair: Depression twice as likely in migraine sufferers
Posted on October 20, 2013 | No CommentsResearchers from the University of Toronto have found that the prevalence of depression and suicidal thoughts in individuals who suffer from migraines is significantly higher. […] -
Mindfulness Meditation: Panacea or Placebo?
Posted on April 11, 2013 | 1 Comment“Now the shorter of following…” a calm voice drawls. I count my breath. Out 1,2,3. In 3,2,1. I feel proud of not getting distracted and […] -
The neural link between sleep deprivation and reduced depression
Posted on January 25, 2013 | 1 CommentBoston researchers at Tufts University have discovered that astrocytes (star-shaped neurons) and adenosine (a neurotransmitter) could mediate the link between sleep deprivation and mood improvements […] -
Links between a key immune protein and depression
Posted on December 29, 2012 | No CommentsA study carried out in Denmark has revealed a possible relationship involving a fundamental immune protein and the risk of developing depression. The work has […]