In a study published in JAMA, researchers have uncovered that the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, known as the Dobbs decision, was linked to a noticeable increase in anxiety and depression symptoms across the United States.
A study in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health found that women face greater emotional challenges than men in recovering from late-life divorces, as evidenced by increased antidepressant use. This trend highlights the significant impact of "grey divorce" on...
In a recent study conducted by scientists from the Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry, researchers have discovered that the way our pupils react to anticipation of rewards can differentiate between those suffering from depression and healthy individuals.
A German study found that negative childhood events predict later depressive symptoms, linked to accelerated thinning of the orbitofrontal cortex. This provides insight into depression's neurodevelopmental factors.
A study analyzing data from the Twins Early Development Study and the UK Adult Twin Registry found that between ages 12-16, there's a bidirectional relationship between body mass index (BMI) and depressive symptoms. After 16, only depressive symptoms lead to...
A multi-center U.S. study suggests ketamine significantly improves severe, treatment-resistant depression, offering hope for rapid, effective therapy.
Studies show individuals with major depressive disorder tend to distract themselves from positive emotions and ruminate on negative ones, impacting their overall emotional well-being and response to pleasant stimuli.
A study in the Journal of Affective Disorders reveals that moderate and vigorous physical activities reduce certain depressive symptoms, especially anhedonia and fatigue, but not others like suicidal thoughts or sleep issues.
In a study published in Nature Mental Health, researchers used the FinnTwin12 dataset to explore the role of genetics and environment in depressive symptoms. They discovered that family dynamics play a significant role in depression during late adolescence and early...
Exploring the UK Biobank data, researchers discovered a link between loneliness and reduced gray matter in specific brain regions, notably in depressed men. This groundbreaking study suggests that social interaction could significantly impact brain health in vulnerable middle-aged and older...
A new study spanning 50 years of research shows a significant link between how we perceive major life events and the likelihood of depressive symptoms, suggesting a bidirectional relationship where negative event perception and depression influence each other.
A study revealed minimal overall gut microbiome differences in young adults with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) compared to healthy peers. However, specific bacteria types were linked to the severity of depression and anxiety.
Scientists have discovered that rapid-acting antidepressants like ketamine, psilocybin, and scopolamine can alter negative mood biases in rodent models, a symptom common in depressive disorders. This breakthrough, published in Science Translational Medicine, suggests new approaches to treat Major Depressive Disorder...
In a study involving over 2,000 participants, researchers found that minor increases in individual depressive symptoms predicted subsequent weight gain, especially in individuals with higher BMI, highlighting the nuanced link between mental health and weight gain.
A recent study published in psychology journal Acta Psychologica has uncovered a significant relationship between persistent negative self-referent thinking and current depressive symptoms in adolescents. The research reveals that while such thinking patterns are associated with depression levels at the...