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Karlee Lipton of Conway, Arkansas, was surprised by the way postpartum depression hit her when she had her baby in the summer of 2024. Lipton had already seen a therapist and a psychiatrist to help ...

Taken together, it means that those diagnosed with depression or anxiety can struggle with routine tasks, personal care, and work and childcare duties, leading to an increased need for caregiver ...

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In summary, the study shows that simple habits—like noticing your thoughts and being kind to yourself—can make a big difference in mental health. Practicing these skills may help protect you from ...

A neuroscientist, he employed a battery of high-tech tools in devising a fast-acting therapy that targets the area of the ...

People with depression have higher body temperatures, suggesting there could be a mental health benefit to lowering the temperatures of those with the disorder, a new UC San Francisco-led study found.

We all know that people with low self-esteem are more likely to be depressed, but there are specific ways that a negative view of yourself magnifies and then maintains your depression. It’s not only ...

A new study from the University of Eastern Finland has found that dancing—especially as a form of expressive performance—can ...

Like many other humans, I’ve felt depressed at times. But my periods of depression have had markedly different flavors: grieving a romantic relationship, “hitting the wall” during COVID, and ...

Medical students face a variety of mental health problems but could be reluctant to seek help. In fact, research reveals that medical students are more likely to experience anxiety, burnout, and ...