Health
Women's wellness: Understanding depression and the gender gap
Women are nearly twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with depression. Depression can occur at any age.
Apr 17, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Brain protein may explain depression in pre-menopausal women
Women nearing menopause have higher levels of a brain protein linked to depression than both younger and menopausal women, a new study by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) shows.
Jun 4, 2014
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Psychology & Psychiatry
With days getting shorter, are you at risk for seasonal depression?
When summer turns to fall, the shorter days can cause some people to feel the "winter blues." Now one expert offers information on how to cope with seasonal depression, which comes during the cold, dark months of the year.
Oct 10, 2022
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Surgery
Bariatric surgery not a magic wand to curb depression
Most severely obese people experience much better spirits once they shed weight through a diet, lifestyle changes or medical intervention. This is unfortunately not true for everyone, says Valentina Ivezaj and Carlos Grilo ...
Sep 25, 2014
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Understanding how pandemic conditions affect individuals with mood disorders
A collaborative study between Swinburne and University of Melbourne researchers has found that individuals with a pre-existing mood disorder reported higher levels of depression, anxiety and stress during the early stages ...
Jul 7, 2020
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Neuroscience
For young people, irregular meals, e-cigarette use linked to frequent headaches
For children and teens, irregular meals such as skipped breakfasts are linked to an increased risk of frequent headaches, according to a new study published in Neurology. The study also found that for those ages 12 to 17, ...
Feb 28, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Online or off, bullying proves harmful
Children who are bullied online or by mobile phone are just as likely to skip school or consider suicide as kids who are physically bullied, according to a study led by a Michigan State University criminologist.
Feb 11, 2013
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Researchers develop online support for people with bipolar disorder
An online relapse prevention tool for Bipolar Disorder offers a "cheap accessible option" for people seeking support following treatment, say researchers.
Apr 28, 2017
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
From sharp butt pains to period poos: 5 lesser-known menstrual cycle symptoms
Period pain is a common symptom of the menstrual cycle, affecting about 70% of young women—but it's far from the only symptom.
Nov 25, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Ukraine doomscrolling can harm your cognition as well as your mood: What to do about it
Many people have experienced chronic stress since the pandemic lockdowns. Added to this are the climate crisis, the increasing cost of living and most recently threats to European and global security due to the conflict in ...
Mar 11, 2022
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