The Latest Breaking News from Depression

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed a temporary “e-tattoo” for the palm that can track excitement and stress using the skin’s electrical conductivity. The e-tattoo could be a reliable way for people with conditions such as anxiety or depression to track their emotions.

Dr Miriam Stoppard takes a look at new research from King's College London which suggests that smartphones could be used to help with the treatment of depression

The country’s working moms are facing a mental health crisis.

Here's what happened to beloved '90s band B*Witched after the band split. From depression and breakdowns to acting success and lasting friendship, The Mirror looks at what came next...

PHILADELPHIA -- When U.S. Sen. John Fetterman checked into a hospital for clinical depression last month, critics questioned whether he would be able to serve his six-year term.

Nearly 3 in 4 who take antidepressants do not get complete relief and are usually categorized as having a difficult-to-treat type of depression referred to, controversially, as “treatment-resistant depression.” We see patients who feel demoralized by the implied and untrue notion that their depression is “incurable."

Misinformation about antidepressants is rife and is probably fuelling their rise in use. Chief among these false ideas are:

A plumber who shows up to fix a leaking toilet with a single tool is not likely to succeed. The same is true if a mental health professional offers only one approach for a complex problem like depression.

Health care workers often put the health and safety of their patients first, neglecting to take care of themselves. By providing continuous services around the clock, many experience short and poor-quality sleep, risking not only their own health and safety but also increasing the risk of making errors that can…