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Young children ‘lack the self-awareness’ to describe their feelings and could be more sad than you realise - here’s the top 3 early risk factors for childhood depression

When young children struggle to express their emotions, it can be difficult to spot more serious mood disorders. Here's what you need to know about childhood depression risk.

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You Can’t Talk Your Way Out of Depression

The best way to heal your mind is by paying attention to your body

The Walrus

Is social media making you unhappy? The answer is not so simple

You may have seen headlines that link social media to sadness and depression. Social media use goes up, happiness goes down. But recent studies suggest those findings might not be so straightforward.

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Slow-release ketamine tablets help prevent depression relapses, UK trial finds

71% of patients found to experience a relapse compared with 43% who received the pills twice a week

The Guardian - UK

Do hormonal contraceptives increase depression risk? A neuroscientist explains how they affect your mood, for better or worse

More than 85% of women – and more than 300 million people worldwide at any given time – use hormonal contraceptives for at least five years of their life. Although primarily taken for birth control, many people also use hormonal contraceptives to manage a variety of symptoms related to menstruation,…

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6 distinct forms of depression identified by AI in brain study

A new analysis of the brains of 800 people has revealed that there may be six distinct types of depression, with potential implications for treatment.

LiveScience

Tropical Depression Alberto Brings Life-Threatening Flooding To Central Mexico

Tropical depression Alberto weakens over central Mexico, bringing heavy rainfall and flood risks. Residents urged to take precautions and stay informed for...

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Depression During Pregnancy, Post-Delivery Raises Heart Disease Risk: Study

Perinatal depression in women elevates the likelihood of cardiovascular disease for up to two decades, the study revealed.

Medical Daily

Do you have a mental illness? Why some people answer ‘yes’, even if they haven’t been diagnosed

Mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety disorders have become more prevalent, especially among young people. Demand for treatment is surging and prescriptions of some psychiatric medications have climbed.

The Conversation

The loneliness trap: it is said to be as bad as smoking. So will it shorten my lifespan?

Lonely people are more likely to get heart disease, strokes, anxiety, depression, dementia … Add it all up, and they’re 26% more likely to die early. How do you avoid joining the unhappy millions?

The Guardian - UK

As a new father, I was blindsided by postpartum depression. I'm not alone

First-time fatherhood left me unable to feel anything but exhausted and powerless.

Fortune

Many people get withdrawal symptoms when they try to stop antidepressants. So how can you safely stop?

Around one in seven Australians take antidepressants. The decision to start is often made in a time of crisis, with the thought they might help for a period and then be stopped. Most people don’t start antidepressants thinking they will take them for life.

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MDMA’s Future As A Treatment For PTSD Is In Question

The drug is already approved for limited use in Australia to treat PTSD and depression.

Inverse

Grace Campbell slipped into ‘depression like I’ve never experienced before’ after abortion

‘Prospect of making such a finite decision freaked me out. I wished I had the grace of time,’ comedian writes

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The Thai 'Boys' Love' TV Dramas Conquering Asia

At her lowest point, fighting burnout and depression in her Chinese hometown, Huang Bingbing says she found comfort in watching the escapist love story of two young men on a then-unknown Thai TV drama.

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Jamaal Charles discusses depression, suicidal thoughts on ‘Second Acts’ podcast

Jamaal Charles spoke of some scary thoughts he had in his post-NFL career

The Guardian - UK

‘I felt entirely alone’: comedian Grace Campbell on the aftermath of her abortion

When Grace Campbell had an abortion, she felt relief at being able to exercise a right so many women had fought for. But nothing prepared her for the depression that came after. Here, the comedian reflects on the physical and emotional toll

The Times of India

Can brain tumor cause depression or stress: Do the patients live longer?

World Brain Tumor Day, observed on June 8th annually, aims to raise awareness about brain tumors, their impact on individuals and families, and the importance of early detection and treatment. Brain tumors, both malignant and benign, can significantly affect cognitive and physical function, posing immense challenges to patients and caregivers.…

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The Independent UK

Christina Applegate describes ‘fatalistic’ depression after MS diagnosis: ‘I don’t enjoy living’

Dead to Me actor was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2021

The Times of India

Impact of heatwave and indoor time on parent child relationship

Heatwaves can relatively affect an individual's mental state with escalating symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression and several others. Social media platforms witness a quiet hike in terms of posting hate and online aggression. Not only that, because of the rise in temperature, it is merely possible to go outdoors, due…

The Conversation

For women with antenatal depression, micronutrients might help them and their babies – new study

Antenatal depression affects 15% to 21% of pregnant women worldwide. It can influence birth outcomes and children’s development, as well as increase the risk of post-natal depression.

The Independent UK

Lost Boys and Fairies review: Gay adoption tale is a gut punch – you’ll be reaching for the tissues

Drama deals with themes from monogamy and parenting to homophobia, HIV, grief and depression. If that vast and painful canvas sounds bleak, writer Daf James manages to infuse it with a playfulness that offsets the darker tones

Inverse

Is Ancient Viral DNA To Blame For Depression, Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder?

Around 8% of human DNA is made up of genetic sequences acquired from ancient viruses.

The Guardian - UK

Can psychedelics treat depression? Maybe, and you might not even have to take a trip

The use of the drugs in treating low mood has sparked debate, not least about the necessity of a hallucinogenic experience. But a new discovery may provide an answer

The Times of India

Promoting well-being in the elderly: A holistic guide for caregivers on geriatric mental health

“Everyone will end up caring for a loved one at some point in their life. The act of giving and receiving care touches the lives of every human being.”

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