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Depression
Special Report: The United States of Depression
Special Report: The United States of Depression
America faces no greater mental health crisis. Solutions exist. Learn how we got here and what needs to be done.
Robert Roy Britt
Sep 5, 2023
I Bought a SAD Lamp and It Made Me Happy
I Bought a SAD Lamp and It Made Me Happy
Seasonal affective disorder is common but there are simple solutions
Dr. Julian Barkan
Oct 28, 2024
Men Minimize Feelings of Loneliness, to Their Own Detriment
Men Minimize Feelings of Loneliness, to Their Own Detriment
Justin Bieber is an example of men keeping a lid on their feelings. The health consequences can be grave.
The Conversation U.S.
Oct 7, 2024
Food and Mood: Why You Get Hangry, Anxious or Depressed
Food and Mood: Why You Get Hangry, Anxious or Depressed
Nutrition has numerous immediate and long-term effects on mental health, as blood sugar spikes and plummets
The Conversation U.S.
Aug 26, 2024
When Anxiety Is Actually Depression: A Case Study
When Anxiety Is Actually Depression: A Case Study
It’s possible to have both conditions at the same time, and the symptoms of each frequently overlap
Niall Stewart
Aug 5, 2024
The Truth About Our Teen Mental Health Crisis
The Truth About Our Teen Mental Health Crisis
Social media use is but one factor fueling rising anxiety and depression
Robert Roy Britt
Jun 18, 2024
Let’s Stop Using Confusing Names for Psych Drugs
Let’s Stop Using Confusing Names for Psych Drugs
Labels for categories of psychiatric medications should reflect why we use them
John Kruse MD, PhD
May 22, 2024
US Mental Healthcare System Gets Mostly Ds and Fs
US Mental Healthcare System Gets Mostly Ds and Fs
Americans cite cost and lack of providers as barriers to treatment, while the majority of people in need go untreated
Robert Roy Britt
May 1, 2024
Natural Depression Remedies Work
Natural Depression Remedies Work
Wise & Well Weekly: The newsletter helping you make tomorrow a little better than today
Robert Roy Britt
Feb 16, 2024
This Shaman Has Good Advice for Your Depression
This Shaman Has Good Advice for Your Depression
Learn from ancient wisdom, understand what works for you, and question therapy that makes you feel worse
Ilana Rabinowitz
Jan 2, 2024
Our Top Mental Health Stories of 2023
Our Top Mental Health Stories of 2023
Insights and revelations that advanced understanding and resonated with readers
Robert Roy Britt
Dec 18, 2023
How Diet Changes Help Lift My Lousy Moods
How Diet Changes Help Lift My Lousy Moods
The right food can help the blues and even full-blown depression, science shows
Denny Pencheva, MD
Dec 15, 2023
Is Ketamine Over-Hyped?
Is Ketamine Over-Hyped?
Ketamine works for depression and pain, but evidence beyond that is weak.
John Kruse MD, PhD
Nov 14, 2023
Running is an Antidepressant
Running is an Antidepressant
Side effects may include fitness, euphoria, and great legs.
Elizabeth Knight, PhD
Oct 26, 2023
Bright Light is a Curse at Night
Bright Light is a Curse at Night
Odds of poor sleep, depression and other mental illnesses rise sharply with excessive evening lighting. The antidote is as natural as can…
Robert Roy Britt
Oct 24, 2023
When the Suicidal Teen Grows Up
When the Suicidal Teen Grows Up
How my teenage suicidality evolved undetected
Annika Hotta
Oct 23, 2023
Why Antidepressants Take So Long To Work
Why Antidepressants Take So Long To Work
New research on how SSRIs work, and some ideas for making the wait a little easier
Eric J. Kort MD
Oct 19, 2023
A New Steroid That Quickly Helps With Depression
A New Steroid That Quickly Helps With Depression
Zuranolone looks like a game-changer for postpartum depression
John Kruse MD, PhD
Oct 16, 2023
What is a Life After Depression Meant to Look Like?
What is a Life After Depression Meant to Look Like?
Psychiatric disorders like clinical depression rob us of our ability to experience the terrible pain and trauma of a life lived well. How…
Niall Stewart
Sep 27, 2023
How Deep Brain Stimulation Can Help With Severe Depression
How Deep Brain Stimulation Can Help With Severe Depression
An implanted, pacemaker-like device can decrease symptoms in some people with treatment-resistant depression. New research finds objective
The Conversation U.S.
Sep 26, 2023
Double Trouble: Pain is Depressing. Depression is Painful.
Double Trouble: Pain is Depressing. Depression is Painful.
Millions of Americans struggle with both conditions, new research finds, suggesting a rethink of treatment options
Robert Roy Britt
Sep 26, 2023
Treating Depression Successfully Requires a Multi-Pronged Strategy
Treating Depression Successfully Requires a Multi-Pronged Strategy
There are no silver bullets, but these complementary therapies work
Mandy Willig, PhD, RD
Sep 26, 2023
Professionals Shouldn’t Provide Medication Misinformation
Professionals Shouldn’t Provide Medication Misinformation
Examining Wellbutrin can help us dispel some myths and misconceptions about mental health medications
John Kruse MD, PhD
Sep 26, 2023
Meds vs. Meditation for Depression
Meds vs. Meditation for Depression
Both can be effective, but is one superior?
Eric J. Kort MD
Sep 25, 2023
Where, When and How We Eat Can Raise (or Reduce) Depression Risk
Where, When and How We Eat Can Raise (or Reduce) Depression Risk
Make mealtimes mood-beneficial without following a strict diet
Giana Porpiglia, LMHC
Sep 22, 2023
Ketamine, Psilocybin, and Depression: Hope For Those Running Out of It
Ketamine, Psilocybin, and Depression: Hope For Those Running Out of It
Illicit drugs elicit relief for treatment resistant depression.
Eric J. Kort MD
Sep 21, 2023
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