Depression

For babies to thrive, the mother must, too - opinion

One in five women experiences a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, making these conditions among the most common complications of pregnancy and childbirth. These challenges affect women and families

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Sad, child and crying on floor in home with mental health, abuse or anxiety from trauma.

Definium's LSD-based drug lowers anxiety in second successful late-stage study

Lindsay Clancy listens in the coutroom during her murder trial at Plymouth Superior Court in Plymouth, Massachusetts, U.S., August 13, 2026.

Defense in Lindsay Clancy case claims psychosis behind her killing her children

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Healing overloaded minds: How Israel's prolonged war is affecting memory, concentration


UK probing Novo's Ozempic, weight-loss drug Saxenda over suicidal, self-harming thoughts

Between 2020 and July 6 this year, the MHRA received five reports of suspected adverse drug reactions involving semaglutide associated with "suicidal and self-injurious behavior."

 Boxes of Ozempic and Mounjaro, semaglutide and tirzepatide injection drugs used for treating type 2 diabetes and made by Novo Nordisk and Lilly, is seen at a Rock Canyon Pharmacy in Provo, Utah, US March 29, 2023.

New study reveals link between depression, reduced microglial brain cells

As current treatments prove ineffective for up to 30% of patients, the need for deeper insights into depression's underlying mechanisms becomes increasingly urgent.

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Political turmoil causes Israelis anxiety, depression - ERAN

In the past week, an unprecedented number of 1,338 distress calls were received by ERAN, including dozens of calls that were defined by the applicants as directly arising from the political crisis.

 A protester lies in foliage during a demonstration against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his nationalist coalition government's judicial reform, in Jerusalem July 24, 2023.

Popular weight loss drugs could be worsen depression, suicidal thoughts

An investigation into the drugs comes after Iceland authorities reported at least three instances of the drug appearing to cause depression.

 Boxes of Ozempic and Mounjaro, semaglutide and tirzepatide injection drugs used for treating type 2 diabetes and made by Novo Nordisk and Lilly, is seen at a Rock Canyon Pharmacy in Provo, Utah, US March 29, 2023.

Holiday blues: Recognizing signs of depression and anxiety in your child

What are the manifestations of depression and anxiety in teenagers, what are the causes, and how are they treated?

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Poor sense of smell linked to increased risk of depression in older adults - study

While loss of smell is not thought to cause depression, a new study shows that it may serve as a potent indicator of overall health and well-being.

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Playing with preschoolers could improve the mental wellbeing of retirement-home residents

A new study shows that interactions between children and the elderly can improve the mental health of senior citizens.

Senior woman hugging a young child

Israeli researchers find breakthrough in postpartum depression diagnosis, treatment

The researchers developed a comprehensive biological model which explains the different ways in which depression develops around and after birth.

Portrait of a depressed young woman

Poor sense of smell linked to increased risk of depression in older adults - study

While loss of smell is not thought to cause depression, a new study shows that it may serve as a potent indicator of overall health and well-being.

 A man's nose

Elon Musk treats depression with microdoses of ketamine, reports claim

The Twitter owner, who microdoses ketamine for depression, reportedly endorses his beliefs.

WHICH ELON MUSK was behind the seemingly out-of-the-blue decision to buy Twitter?