Learn the nine key warning signs that may indicate it’s time for a depression screening. Understand when low mood, fatigue, or changes in sleep could signal something more serious.

If you have depression, you probably know that exercise can do a lot of good for your symptoms. Plenty of research shows that exercise can boost mood and ease depression. But many find that their ...

Lotus Kay started to feel depressed when she was 12 years old. But when she got her first period about a year later, a peculiar pattern emerged: Her depression symptoms would get worse the week before ...

While depression can make things feel hopeless, having loving support from family can really make a difference. One of the most meaningful parts of being a parent to an adult child may be watching ...

Artwork created by Creativity Camp participants collectively called “Self Portrait: Begin with Pieces.” A statement from the U of M: “Each puzzle piece captures a visual representation of the ...

A recent Psychology Today blog post went viral arguing that maybe depression is trying to “save us.” Grounded in an evolutionary perspective and polyvagal theory, the author, Dr. Alison Escalante, ...

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, ...

“So, is it Finland or Denmark that is the happiest nation in the world?” Thus began a book club discussion I participated in recently. No one googled the answer, and as the conversation continued, I ...

Did you know that alcohol and depression often go hand in hand? The relationship appears to go both ways. Research shows the more a person drinks, the more likely they are to develop major depression.

Every time a patient visits Jason Connelly, MD, they must fill out a depression screening, thanks to a 2017 rule which mandates such assessments. Providing a screener and, if needed, a follow-up plan ...

Persistent sadness after the birth of your baby is a reason to consult a doctor or mental health professional. Untreated postpartum depression can be risky for you and your newborn. The “baby blues” ...

Almost 31% of Arkansans experience symptoms of depression, according to a University of Arkansas health survey out Wednesday ...