Depression in old age could be an early sign of serious brain disease, a new study says. Depression occurs more often and earlier in seniors who go on to develop Parkinson's disease or Lewy body ...

The duration of depression may influence the extent to which brain functioning is affected, as well as the treatment options ...

Rose covers disability and mental health, and she helps write STAT’s daily Morning Rounds newsletter. Confidential tips can be sent to Rose on Signal at rosebroderick.11. Depression has many faces.

Moments after Jenna Carberg gave birth to her daughter, doctors put the baby on her chest. "I felt a disconnect right away," ...

Deep brain stimulation can significantly reduce depressive symptoms in some individuals. Knowing what to expect before and after the procedure may help you determine if it’s right for you. Deep brain ...

A study shows that slightly anxious and depressed dads provide a benefit to their kids. They have better attention spans, higher IQs, and more self-control. Sadly, the same isn't true of moms.

In Crohn's disease/ulcerative colitis, the gut and brain appear to be deeply connected ...

Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have uncovered the first direct evidence that deep brain stimulation (DBS) can remodel white matter pathways in the brain and alter ...

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As millions of Americans struggle with anxiety, depression and loneliness, May is shining a spotlight on mental health.May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Thi ...

Depression is one of the leading causes of disability in the world: according to WHO, more than 280 million people suffer from the disorder. The disease changes not only the mood, but it rebuilds the ...