Depression
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Depression may start with an energy problem in brain cells
Researchers may have identified a promising new approach to diagnosing and treating major depression at its earliest stage, potentially improving…
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Brain scans reveal how ketamine quickly lifts severe depression
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a major global health problem and one of the leading causes of disability. About 30%…
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A new “magic mushroom” drug could treat depression without psychedelic hallucinations
Psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in “magic mushrooms,” has drawn growing interest from scientists studying treatments for conditions such as…
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Ayahuasca psychedelic DMT shows promise as depression therapy | Drugs
A phase II clinical trial has found dimethyltryptamine (DMT), one of the psychoactive components traditionally used in the Amazonian psychedelic…
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New brain stimulation approach could treat depression in just 5 days
For many people living with depression, standard antidepressant medications do not bring enough relief. In those cases, transcranial magnetic stimulation…
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Psychedelics for depression, dart frog poison and why do we have chins? – podcast | Science
Madeleine Finlay sits down with science editor Ian Sample and science correspondent Nicola Davis to discuss three eye-catching stories, including…
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Single dose of potent psychedelic drug could help treat depression, trial shows | Medical research
People with major depressive disorder can see a rapid and lasting improvement after a single dose of the psychedelic drug…
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Exercise may be one of the most powerful treatments for depression and anxiety
Cardio activities such as running, swimming, and dancing appear to be especially effective at easing symptoms of depression and anxiety.…
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More exam stress at 15 linked to higher risk of depression as young adult – study | Exams
Exam stress at age 15 can increase the risk of depression and self-harm into early adulthood, research suggests. Academic pressure…
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One simple daily change that could slash depression risk
Spending less time in front of the television and more time on other activities could help prevent major depressive disorder,…
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