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Suicide is preventable with the right treatment and support. Learn about the warning signs and risk factors for suicide in this article. We also discuss how to help people who are having thoughts of suicide.

Depression is a common and serious mental health condition. In this article, learn about 13 of the common symptoms, which include irritability and persistent feelings of sadness.

A study that gathered data for at least 8 years has shown that deep brain stimulation can have a robust, sustained effect in people with severe depression.

New research reveals how MRI scans and artificial intelligence can help identify brain patterns that predict responsiveness to certain antidepressants.

Mild side effects are relatively common when taking sertraline (Zoloft). Learn about the range of mild to severe side effects, as well as drug interactions and discontinuation syndrome here.

A new study of people with major depressive disorder suggests that the body’s endocannabinoid system plays a role in the mood-lifting effects of exercise.

A new review of specialist studies finds that exercise is indeed effective against depression. Yet many mental health recommendations fail to include it.

Paxil is an antidepressant medication. This article provides an overview of Paxil, including its uses, side effects, and warnings.

Celexa (citalopram) is an antidepressant medication that doctors prescribe for major depressive disorder. We look at its uses, side effects, and warnings.

A study compares the benefits of the cognitive behavioral analysis system of psychotherapy with those of supportive psychotherapy for chronic depression.