We often discuss depression and dementia separately, although scientists have long observed a connection between the two: People with depression appear to have a higher likelihood of developing ...

A sweeping review of global research suggests that exercise—especially aerobic activities like running, swimming, and dancing—can be one of the most powerful ways to ease depression and anxiety.

A well-designed new study suggests that the keto diet may modestly alleviate symptoms for people with treatment-resistant depression. The keto diet is high in healthy fats and low in carbohydrates. It ...

Samantha Teague receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). James Dimmock, Klaire Somoray, and Neil Munro do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding ...

Biggest improvements seen in young adults and new mothers, with group activities of most benefit Aerobic exercise such as running, swimming or dancing can be considered a frontline treatment for mild ...

Chronic stress can damage the gut’s protective lining, triggering inflammation that may worsen depression. New research shows that stress lowers levels of a protein called Reelin, which plays a key ...

Imagine a severely depressed woman—let’s call her Amber—who just arrived at her therapist’s office. She is curious about receiving her first dose of psilocybin in a Phase 3 clinical study. Psilocybin ...

Have you ever felt that mental boost that comes after a session at the gym, an exercise class, or a walk around your neighborhood? A large and growing body of evidence finds that exercise may relieve ...