Brain immune cells drive persistent negative emotions after repeated binge drinking
New research has identified that neuroinflammation driven by microglia (immune cells in the brain) is a primary underlying…
Study uncovers a neural brake that limits motivation during unpleasant situations
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Exercise may relieve depression as effectively as antidepressants
Exercise can form part of an effective treatment for depression Neil Lang/Shutterstock Many of us experience a mood-boost…
Exercise Treats Depression as Well as Therapy or Meds, Review Finds
A dose of the gym might do wonders for both an ailing body and mind. A report out…
‘I was scared to take antidepressants, but they saved my marriage’
Sally’s relationship was at breaking point when she decided to take antidepressants (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) After years of…
Depression links to chronic headaches through weight and diet, not physical activity alone
Large population data from Iran show that body weight and iron intake help statistically explain the depression–headache link,…
Researcher calls for more data on gambling-related suicides
Warning: This story contains discussion of addiction and suicide. Last month, Paul Fung’s friend took his life after…
Aparna Nancherla jokes about mental health, but also takes it seriously — and she’s got tips
Aparna Nancherla on good (and bad) mental health advice Comedian Aparna Nancherla is out with a new standup…
Which depression symptoms may predict dementia?
Share on PinterestMidlife depression may predict dementia risk, a new study suggests. Image credit: Olga Pankova/Getty Images In…
Bad news on the shortest day, as scientists link street lights with depression
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Magic mushroom compound found to break depression spiral
A compound found in magic mushrooms can treat depression by cutting brain activity that gets people stuck in…
Six midlife depressive symptoms linked to dementia decades later
Six particular depressive symptoms when experienced in midlife predict dementia risk more than two decades later, finds a…