Antidepressants for kids and teens: What the science says
Four of the most common SSRIs are approved by the FDA for use in kids and teens, and…
Explainer | How can Hongkongers seek help for depression, and what treatment is available?
Hong Kong was shocked on Sunday by a suspected murder-suicide case in which a father with a history…
The protective role of cognitive reserve in moderating depressive symptomatology in patients with multiple sclerosis | BMC Psychology
In clinical studies, the prevalence of cognitive impairments in MS is estimated to be between 54% and 65%…
FDA Panel Casts Doubt on Safety of SSRI Use in Pregnancy
On Monday, July 21, a 10-member panel headed by Marty Makary, MD, MPH, commissioner of the FDA convened…
EMA OKs Oral Treatment for Postnatal Depression
The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has adopted a positive…
Uncovering origins of autism, depression, Parkinson’s in fetal brain
The origin of some neuropsychiatric diseases, such as autism, bipolar disorder, or depression, and certain neurodegenerative diseases, Alzheimer’s…
How to tell the difference between a low mood and depression
The other day, my friend’s 16-year-old daughter messaged her to ask: ‘Mum, do I ever seem narcissistic? I…
Creatine may enhance neuroprotection through energy pathways
Scientists reveal how creatine could do more than build muscle, fueling brain resilience, enhancing mood, and supporting cognitive…
7,000 steps a day linked to reduced risk of chronic disease and death, study finds
If you find getting your daily step-count up to 10,000 a challenge, Australian researchers have some good news:…
Probiotic bacteria found to reshape cell behavior in vitro
In a first-of-its-kind lab study, scientists prove that probiotic bacteria stimulate immediate and measurable changes in brain cell…
The toll of living with someone who is frequently moody
Being around someone when they are in a bad mood isn’t fun. But what about when you live…
Most Mental Illnesses Arise Without Family History
Summary: A massive Danish study shows that most mental illnesses—like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression—occur in people with…