Depression

ET Canada In part two of our candid conversation with Destiny’s Child alum Michelle Williams, the singer opens up about her struggle with depression, which she reveals eventually led to a very concerning point and suicidal thoughts. Plus, she shares how she keeps her spirits up physically and mentally. 02:08

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) released a statement against the American Academy of PAs’ decision to rebrand their profession by changing the title of physician assistant to physician associate; the APA said it would increase patient confusion. Natural early birds were less likely to experience depressive symptoms compared with night owls. (Molecular Psychiatry) Another symptom

A reader’s personal story of depression was helpful, instructive | READER COMMENTARY  Baltimore Sun

Laughing gas may be most associated with its use in dentistry, but in recent years, scientists have been inching toward using the chemical for another purpose: depression that defies treatment. The results of a small trial, published Wednesday in Science Translational Medicine, suggest that a low dose of laughing gas could help improve depressive symptoms

A new study identifies a novel biomarker indicating resilience to chronic stress. This biomarker is largely absent in people suffering from major depressive disorder, and this absence is further associated with pessimism in daily life, the study finds. Nature Communications published the research by scientists at Emory University. The researchers used brain imaging to identify

Researchers have revealed aspects of the mechanism linking exercise, lactate and depression, bringing the field closer to more effective therapeutics for the condition. To many, lactate likely triggers thoughts of its precursor, lactic acid, and the searing muscle cramps that it can induce after strenuous exercise. However, in recent years, the impact of lactate has

Wellmind Health’s Be Mindful and Pathway through Pain NHS-approved digital therapeutics are rated the highest-scoring apps for depression and chronic pain respectively in ORCHA’s AppFinder library in its latest review update.  ORCHA, the digital health evaluation organisation, regularly updates its review platform to ensure new medical, IT and usability standards are embedded into its review process. The latest platform update is its most

TAMPA, Fla. — Depression is often treated with medication, but a new technological advancement provides new hope for those who can’t take antidepressants. “It’s an FDA-approved treatment for depression. It was approved in 2008. And essentially, it was designed to help people, who didn’t get better with antidepressants,” explained Dr. Faizi Ahmed is a psychiatrist

Once trapped in a deep depression that prompted thoughts of suicide, Wynne Lee appeared to have conquered her demons and had high hopes for her future. Lee, now 23, went public with the mental health struggles that began at age 12. She took community college classes after graduating early from Diamond Bar High. And she

Mindler offers two-pronged support with video meetings together with online Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (iCBT) self-help modules 10 million adults experiencing some form of depression during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 – more than double pre-pandemic levels1 Immense pressure on NHS mental health services due to the pandemic means Mindler service can help patients access mental