Depression

New research suggests ketamine, a sedative and recreational drug that can produce hallucinations and a trance-like state, may treat symptoms of severe depression. A Washington Post article ... Read More

A study published in 2015 linked antidepressant use during pregnancy to a small increase in the risk of having a child with autism. But a new study suggests antidepressant use during pregnancy ... Read More

Chronic stress poses serious risks to many mental health conditions, including depression, but it can also increase the risk of dementia, according to a study published in Current Opinion ... Read More

Mindfulness, which encourages people to notice their thoughts and feelings from a distance in the moment, may be an effective tool against childhood obesity. Researchers from Vanderbilt ... Read More

Children raised in poverty may experience brain connectivity changes that elevate their risk of depression, according to a brain imaging study published in The American Journal of Psychiatry. According ... Read More

The holidays are a time of nonstop activity for many people. Shopping and buying gifts for loved ones, eating large and often unhealthy meals, traveling, and spending time with family can ... Read More

Having a mental health issue can be very isolating. You may feel like no one understands the pain and despair you experience. Because of this, you might keep your condition to yourself, ... Read More

An annual report assessing the prevalence of mental health conditions and the availability of care nationwide has been released, offering a road map for mental health professionals and ... Read More

The wage gap between men and women might account for higher rates of anxiety and depression among women, according to a study published in Social Science & Medicine. Previous research ... Read More

Depression is a mental health issue that many people experience with varying levels of severity. It can occur as a symptom of another mental health condition, as the result of an event ... Read More

The bestselling psychology books of 2015 offer diverse topics from a broad range of experts as well as authors and journalists. Each title is devoted to improving mental health and the ... Read More

Sometimes, I help people by increasing the number of problems they have. Does this sound like a good formula for a therapist to stay in business? Well, it works for me! Let me explain. We ... Read More