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Treating depression with psilocybin or escitalopram found to result in different hierarchical brain reconfigurations
A cartoon of the pipeline and sketch of the results. Credit: Deco et al. Depression is one of the most common mental disorders, affecting an estimated 300 million people worldwide. While there are currently numerous pharmacological treatments for depression, how different treatments impact the brains of the patients they are administered to is not yet
How Depression Can Cause a Loss of Focus
Globally, an estimated 5% of adults are grappling with depression.[1] It’s more than a statistic; it’s a reality for many, and it’s closer to home than most of us might think.Now, when you hear about depression, you might think about profound sadness or despair. But what you might overlook is how it’s tied to something
Male depression: Understanding the issues
Male depression: Understanding the issuesMale depression is a serious medical condition, but many men try to ignore it or refuse treatment. Learn the signs and symptoms — and what to do.By Mayo Clinic Staff Do you feel irritable, isolated or withdrawn? Do you find yourself working all the time? Drinking too much? These unhealthy coping
Anxiety, depression, loneliness at highest levels among Canadians since early pandemic: survey
Anxiety and feelings of depression and loneliness among adult Canadians are at their highest levels since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, a report released Tuesday by Toronto's Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) suggests.A new recent mental health survey involving more than 1,000 Canadians suggests anxiety, loneliness and feelings of depression have increased significantly among women…
Depression during pregnancy: You’re not alone
If you're pregnant, chances are you've heard about postpartum depression. But did you know that many women also experience depression during pregnancy? Here's what you need to know about pregnancy and depression. How common is depression during pregnancy? Pregnancy can be a time of joy — and stress. Research suggests that about 7% of pregnant…
Severe Depression Affects Women and Men Differently – Scientists May Have Finally Discovered Why
A team of Université Laval scientists may have discovered why severe depression affects women and men differently, according to a study published on January 10, 2022, in Nature Communications. The researchers examined the brains of people with depression at the time of death and discovered alterations located in different parts of the brain for each…