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COVID-19 Makes 1 in 3 Adults Anxious, Depressed

Researchers at the Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore reported that 1 in 3 adults, particularly women, younger adults, and those of lower socioeconomic status, are experiencing psychological distress related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The COVID-19 pandemic has escalated the burden of psychological distress, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and insomnia. However, the factors that

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In Japan, pandemic linked to a rise in depression and suicide among women

Not long after Japan ramped up its fight against coronavirus last spring, Nazuna Hashimoto started suffering panic attacks. The gym in Osaka where she worked as a personal trainer had suspended operations, and her friends were staying home at the recommendation of the government. Afraid to be alone, she would call her boyfriend of just

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5 signs of depression you shouldn’t ignore | Health & Wellness Services

Many of us have fallen into a slump since the pandemic began. Significant changes in our lives can lead to situational depressive episodes, or worsen existing depression. Whether it’s directly related to current circumstances or something more longstanding, depression symptoms can cause major life disruptions. Here are common symptoms of depression as well as resources

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Male sex, BMI, smoking and depression all increase biological age

A ‘biological age’ score predicts that being male, overweight, a smoker and having depression all contribute to biological aging, a study published today in eLife reports. Aging can be measured in different ways. While chronological age is measured by date of birth, scientists have developed a range of measurements to determine our biological age. These

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Post-natal depression: Number of cases among men and women has risen over past year | UK News

The number of men and women suffering with post-natal depression has risen over the past year, Sky News has learned. The PANDAS Foundation has seen a 240% rise in calls to its helpline since January 2019, as well as a 150% spike in demand for its email service. As a result, the charity is trying

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Metabolism May Play Role in Recurrent Major Depression

Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine, in collaboration with Dutch scientists, have found that certain metabolites — small molecules produced by the process of metabolism — may be predictive indicators for persons at risk for recurrent major depressive disorder. The findings were published in the January 11, 2021 online issue of

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