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For many people with depression, medical treatments do not work. According to a recent study, the psychedelic drug ayahuasca might be the answer.

Depression can lead to a lack of physical and emotional energy, in addition to causing sleep disturbances that leave a person feeling chronically fatigued. In this article, learn about the link between fatigue and depression, as well as the possible co…

Ketamine has been shown to relieve symptoms of depression quickly. A new study delves into the molecular details and asks how and why.

Understanding the interactions of a hormone receptor that regulates sleep and feeding may help to design innovative ways of treating depression.

Catatonic depression is a subtype of depression characterized by not speaking or responding to things for a prolonged period. Catatonia can be a part of several other mental health conditions, including schizophrenia and mood disorders. Learn more abou…

Diurnal variations are types of depression that cause symptoms to get worse at certain times of the day. Morning depression is a common diurnal variation. In this article, learn about the symptoms and risk factors for morning depression, as well as the…

Two studies shed new light on seasonal affective disorder, concluding that brown-eyed women may be particularly prone to the condition.

The authors of a large-scale new genome study have identified dozens of new genetic variants that can heighten the risk of major depression.

Could a fast-acting new drug curb serious depression symptoms, including suicidal thoughts? A recent study says ‘yes,’ but questions of safety arise.

Researchers have found that people who live in states with a higher altitude may be at greater risk of suicide, possibly due to having lower blood oxygen.