The weeks and months following childbirth bring profound physical, emotional, and psychological changes that can overwhelm even the most prepared new parents. While some degree of mood fluctuation, ...

CBT has long been considered a gold-standard treatment for depression—but does it still hold up? A new review of over 60 recent trials suggests its effects remain strong.

As daylight diminishes, people can feel their mood dimming. In fact, millions of U.S. adults experience seasonal affective ...

As daylight diminishes people can feel their mood dimming. In fact millions of U.S. adults experience seasonal affective ...

Specifically with depression, it’s currently unclear whether medication, therapy or a combo of both treatments is the best solution. However, some research indicates that psychotherapy (or talk ...

I made sure I took care of my daughter and her needs, but due to my depression, I wasn’t taking care of myself.

This story is part of The Trip, a CPR News series on Colorado’s new psychedelic movement. Depression during or after pregnancy affects about 15 percent of moms. Meanwhile, there aren't many treatments ...

Depression is a serious health concern for older adults, potentially leading to other health issues if left untreated. Seniors often avoid discussing mental health due to generational stigma, but open ...

Depression feels weird compared to things like fear or anger, which help us survive by warning us of danger or pushing us into action. Instead, it slows us down, saps our energy, and makes us pull ...

Magic mushrooms may not be the answer to postpartum depression, new research from the University of California, Davis, ...

Instead of asking ChatGPT or Google for help with anxiety or depression, you should seek professional help as quickly as ...

People who have lupus — a chronic autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks healthy tissues and organs throughout the body — are also likely to experience clinical depression. Research shows ...