Depression

Joseph LeDoux’s book explores “Using the Brain to Understand and Treat Fear and Anxiety”

A review of studies that assess clinical antidepressants shows hidden conflicts of interest and financial ties to corporate drugmakers

Culture strongly shapes the stresses on new mothers

Deficiencies in zinc can play a role in depression and a new way to enhance lithium may hold promise for bipolar disorder

While millions of people are comfortable seeking help from a psychologist, psychiatrist, or other counselor, others—maybe you included—would rather pass a kidney stone than make an appointment with a therapist. This week, the Savvy Psychologist helps you (or someone you love) get over 5 common myths and fears about therapy

Every hour less per night increases the risk of sadness, substance abuse and suicidal thoughts

Victims tend to suffer in silence, making it difficult for parents to identify and address the problem

Experiments that separate infant monkeys from their mothers cause profound and unnecessary suffering. They should be stopped

An overactive immune response can cause depression

Peer counselors are playing a growing role in guiding newcomers to mental health care

Treating the anxiety inherent in a “watchful waiting” approach might help patients make better medical choices

The link between cardiovascular problems and depression starts young