Everyone feels depressed from time to time. But not everyone has depression. Depression, also referred to as major depressive disorder or clinical depression, is a condition that can cause severe ...

Although they’re different mental health conditions, they commonly co-occur and have some symptoms that overlap. Here’s why that’s important when it comes to getting the right treatment. Depression ...

Dr. Harold Koenig answers the question: 'What Is Depression?' — -- Question: What is the difference between depression and manic depression (bipolar disorder)? Answer: Depression and manic ...

Depression is characterized by a persistent low mood that can affect quality of life. If symptoms usually only occur in the winter months, it may be seasonal affective disorder (SAD), or major ...

Key Takeaways Laughing gas might be a powerful, fast-acting treatment for depressionPeople treated with nitrous oxide ...

In newly published research, Binghamton University doctoral student Elana Israel, MS '22, explores which depressive symptoms ...

Sleeping with depression isn't always sleeping all day and barely climbing out of bed like the movies suggest. Here's what to know. Taylor Leamey wrote about all things wellness for CNET, specializing ...

Anorexia nervosa and depressive disorders often occur together. The exact reasons for this are unknown. However, the co-occurrence can intensify symptoms and lower outlook. Anorexia nervosa is an ...

Menopause and Depression: What’s the Link? Hormonal changes during your menstrual cycle can be linked to an increased risk for depression. That includes the hormone fluctuations of perimenopause, ...

Robin Williams, the iconic comedian with too many notable roles to name, died Monday of an apparent suicide after a long battle with depression. If anything good has come of his tragic death, it's ...

Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, can provide immediate relief from depression symptoms, a recent study published in eBioMedicine has found. According to researchers from the University ...