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Republican reveals he was absent from US House for months amid depression diagnosis

New Jersey’s Tom Kean Jr, who last voted in March, says he was diagnosed with depression after entering hospital

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Tom Kean returns to DC after months away and 140 missed votes

Rep. Thomas H. Kean Jr. returned to the Capitol on Tuesday after an almost four-month-long absence, citing treatment for depression as the reason for his disappearance. In a brief speech on the House floor, the New Jersey Republican described himself as a private person. “Talking about myself has never come…

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Guide to the classics: John Steinbeck’s East of Eden has always been controversial

John Steinbeck is now most famous as author of The Grapes of Wrath (1938), a novel about agricultural workers displaced from Oklahoma during the Great Depression. But he regarded East of Eden (1952), a saga depicting the lives of two Californian families, as his favourite and most significant work.

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Psychology says people who don't clean their homes regularly and let empty bottles, unclean utensils or clothes pile up aren't lazy: What research says about this behavior

Psychology says people who don't clean their homes regularly and let empty bottles, unclean utensils or clothes pile up aren't always lazy. Mental health experts and psychology studies suggest that many emotional, cognitive, and environmental factors can affect housekeeping habits. Stress, burnout, depression, anxiety, executive dysfunction, and decision fatigue can…

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Study Flags Six Risk Factors for Treatment-Resistant Postpartum Depression: Low Income, C-Sections, Smoking and More

Postpartum depression affects an estimated one in seven mothers, but not everyone responds to treatment in the same way. A new large-scale study has identified six factors that may increase the likelihood of developing treatment-resistant postpartum depression, a form of the condition that does not improve after standard treatments like…

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Psilocybin Could Become the First FDA-Approved Psychedelic Therapy Within Months — Here Is What Patients Need to Know

Psilocybin could receive FDA approval by late 2026 following a Trump executive order and priority review vouchers. Here's what the evidence shows and what it means for patients.

Medical Daily

Seniors Taking Antidepressants May Benefit from Adding a Daily Probiotic, New Clinical Trial Finds

A June 2026 clinical trial found seniors with depression who added a daily probiotic to antidepressants improved more than those on placebo. Here's what the research actually shows.

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1 in 5 New Moms Experience Postpartum Mental Health Disorders—Why So Many Still Go Untreated

Maternal mental health conditions are now recognized as the most common complication of pregnancy and childbirth, affecting an estimated 800,000 U.S. families every year. Yet despite their prevalence, experts say most women who need care never receive it, leaving many to struggle through one of the most vulnerable periods of…

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Psychology warns that staying up late for just one more episode or doomscrolling may make you more vulnerable in the moments you least expect

Late nights spent indulging in 'revenge bedtime procrastination' might be more detrimental than just morning grogginess. A recent study reveals a strong link between later bedtimes and increased risks of depression and anxiety. This phenomenon, driven by a need for personal time, can impair impulse control and decision-making, as the…

The Economic Times

Why Good Men Are Suffering in Silence

He laughs with friends. He goes to work every day. He fulfills his responsibilities. He appears strong. But what if that strength is hiding something much deeper? Every day, countless men silently carry stress, loneliness, anxiety, grief, and emotional pain without telling anyone. Society often praises men for being tough,…

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Millie Bobby Brown wanted to 'mend' any issues with Stranger Things cast

Millie Bobby Brown fell into a "slight depression" when the Stranger Things finale aired, and she spent the beginning of the year making sure to "mend" things with her castmates to ensure they all stay friends.

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36% of Women Are Diagnosed With Mental Health Conditions During Pregnancy – OB-GYNs Urge Early Screening

Pregnancy is often described as one of life’s happiest milestones, but for many women, it also brings emotional challenges that can be difficult to recognize or discuss. Anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions can develop during pregnancy, even in women with no previous history of mental illness. While a…

Budget and the Bees

“There’s healthy humility, but this felt crippling. You come out of that and go, ‘I don’t care what people think about me’”: What Radiohead means to Ed O’Brien after his complete transformation

A battle with depression resulted in a new way of life for the guitarist, as illustrated on second solo album Blue Morpho

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Former VP Kamala Harris says she went through a nine-hour interview to land the job—but she couldn’t escape ‘gold medal depression’ even when she won

Kamala Harris has made history as the first woman to take on the roles of San Francisco DA, California attorney general, and U.S. vice president—but no matter if she wins or loses, she’s always hit with emptiness.

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Married after a 5-minute video call, sought divorce 9 days later: Chinese man's story sparks debate

A Chinese man, pressured by family, married a woman after a brief video call and three days of acquaintance. Nine days later, he sought a divorce citing undisclosed debts and a differing identity. The matchmaking agency, which received a hefty fee, refused a refund, while the wife counter-sued, claiming depression…

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Mark Cuban Says the Stock Market Makes Guys Like Elon Musk ‘Insanely Rich’ — But Eliminating Billionaires Would Trigger the ‘Worst Depression’ Ever Seen

Mark Cuban says Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar fortune exists because 150 million Americans invest in stocks — and warns a mass selloff could trigger a historic depression.

The Economic Times

Yoga may boost cognition, reduce depression, aid gut health in early Alzheimer's: AIIMS study

A 12-week yoga program has shown promising results for individuals with mild Alzheimer's disease. Researchers at AIIMS, Delhi, observed significant improvements in cognitive function and mood, alongside a healthier gut microbiome. The study suggests yoga may help restore beneficial gut bacteria, potentially influencing the gut-brain axis and offering a valuable…

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Remote Work in the UK May Be Driving Surge in Mental Health Problems, Economists Warn

A new study links remote work to rising depression and isolation, suggesting home working may account for part of the post-pandemic mental health surge.

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Binghamton University Study: How Children's Eyes Focus on Faces May Be an Early Biomarker for Depression Risk

Binghamton University June 16, 2026: eye-tracking in 242 children over 2 years found depression changed face attention differently by family history. A potential early screening biomarker.

Medical Daily

Clinical Trial: Adding a Daily Probiotic to Antidepressant Treatment Reduced Depression and Anxiety in Older Adults

JAGS clinical trial June 17, 2026: 58 older adults adding daily probiotics to antidepressants showed meaningful depression and anxiety reductions vs. placebo over 12 weeks.

Medical Daily

With 40% of U.S. Teens Reporting Sadness or Hopelessness, Child Psychologists Say Grandparents Are the Overlooked Solution

Weill Cornell child psychologist Dr. Kenneth Barish says grandparents are vital to children's mental health as 40%+ of teens report sadness. New research backs his case.

The Independent UK

Runway at LaGuardia Airport closed after ‘depression’ is found next to tarmac

LaGuardia Airport has warned travelers of a runway closure after a two-inch “depression” was found next to an airstrip. “During an airfield inspection at LaGuardia Airport , an approximately two inch depression adjacent to Runway 4/22 was identified. Out of an abundance of caution, Runway 4/22 will be temporarily closed…

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“In musical hierarchies, there was Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood, and I was like, ‘Where am I?’” Ed O’Brien opens up on his guitar insecurities in Radiohead

The Radiohead guitarist speaks about dealing with depression in a band and finding solace in the familial bond with his bandmates

The Independent UK

Losing sense of smell is as bad as Parkinson’s or a stroke, study finds

Loss of taste and smell has been linked with depression, but historically it has largely been treated as an inconvenience

Medical Daily

The FDA Just Put Psilocybin and an MDMA-Like Drug on a 1-to-2 Month Approval Track. A Historic Mental Health Decision Is Coming.

FDA issued National Priority Vouchers to Compass Pathways, Usona, and Transcend for psilocybin and methylone in April 2026. A decision could come by late 2026.

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