Depression : Science World Report

Apr 10, 2015 09:00 PM EDT

'Special K' May Ward Off Depression, Bipolar Disorder

Researchers at the University of Hertfordshire believe that the illegal substance sometimes referred to as "Special K" may hold the power to fight off depression.

Apr 05, 2015 11:01 AM EDT

Could Joint Inflammation Increase The Risk Of Depression?

New findings published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health show that depression can increase the risk of certain health issues, including joint inflammation.

Apr 02, 2015 04:02 PM EDT

Depression And Insomnia May Be Turning Happy Dreams Into Nightmares

A new study looks at how our mental health can affect sleep and the subconscious.

Mar 12, 2015 11:37 PM EDT

Parental Depression Following Their Child's Birth Can Result In Troubling Behaviors As A Toddler

A parent's depression during their child's first years of life can result in the development of troubling behaviors in their little one, according to a new study by researchers at Northwestern Medicine. Researchers found that this could increase the risk of such problem behaviors as hitting, anxiety...

Mar 02, 2015 10:53 AM EST

Passive Facebook Use Makes You Envious

Facebook. What's not to love?

Feb 04, 2015 04:16 PM EST

On Facebook A Lot? That May Be Why You're Depressed

Facebook can be a fun way to keep in touch with friends. Yet it may also increase your risk of depression.

Dec 03, 2014 01:03 PM EST

Are You Getting Help For Your Depression? Study Shows Most People Aren't

Many people deal with depression, yet few are seeking out help. U.S. health officials reported that almost 8 percent of Americans aged 12 and older were moderately to severely depressed during 2009 to 2012, but only about one-third of them sought professional help.

Oct 27, 2014 01:01 PM EDT

Why Some People Experience SAD in the Winter and Others are Fine

There may be a reason why some people experience the winter blues while others get through the season just fine.

Oct 22, 2014 09:16 AM EDT

How Your Troubled Marriage May Cause You to Gain Weight

Marriage troubles and depression could be contributing to the risk of obesity. Scientists have found that these factors can alter how the body processes high-fat foods and can cause adults to gain weight.

Oct 16, 2014 11:32 PM EDT

Obesity And Depression Are Often Connected, Study Shows

Obesity and depression often go hand and hand, according to the report, "Depression and Obesity in the U.S. Adult Household Population, 2005-2010."

Oct 13, 2014 11:35 PM EDT

Exercise Will Not Reduce Depression Risk In Children, Study Finds

Recent findings published in JAMA Pediatrics reveal that there is unfortunately, no connection between exercise and preventing symptoms of depression in young children.

Sep 30, 2014 04:16 PM EDT

Depression Rates Higher Across The Country

Despite increasing awareness and acceptance about mental health issues, recent findings show that more Americans are depressed than they have been in the past few decades.