When depression takes hold, the on/off switches controlling genes in our brain change in subtle yet decisive ways.

Depression can be sorted into six distinct types using brain scans, a revelation that could improve treatment for many suffering the debilitating mood disorder. Researchers analyzed brain scans to ...

Antidepressants don’t work, we often hear these days – except for roughly half of patients, for whom they provide significant relief. Others argue that exercise, fresh air, and a good diet are all ...

For some people with depression, finding the right medication can be a process of trial and error lasting for months or even years, which can worsen symptoms. But ...

Immune cells released from bone marrow in the skull in response to chronic stress and adversity could play a key role in ...

Researchers at McGill University and the Douglas Institute have identified two specific types of brain cells that are altered ...

Depression silently affects more than 21 million adults in the United States alone, yet many still struggle to recognize its symptoms or find effective treatments. While occasional sadness is part of ...

Researchers analyzing post-mortem brain tissue found two cell types altered in people with depression: excitatory neurons that regulate mood and stress, and microglia that manage inflammation.

Dr. Leuchter answers the question: 'Types Of Talk Therapy For Depression?' — -- Question: What types of talk therapy help depression? Answer: There are several different types of psychotherapy ...

Editor’s note: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters, please call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 to connect with a trained ...

(CNN) -- For some people with depression, finding the right medication can be a process of trial and error lasting for months or even years, which can worsen symptoms ...