Category: Depression
New Type of Treatment may Help Depression
September 24th, 2025A new type of noninvasive brain stimulation may help people with severe to moderate depression, feel better faster than standard treatments, according to a new report.
New Treatment
The method called high-definition transcranial direct current stimula… more »
Depression has Multiple Forms Says New Study
June 26th, 2024Depression can be sorted into six distinct types using brain scans according to a new study.
Types of Depression
Researchers analyzed brain scans to identify six different biological types of depression, based on differences in brain activity.
The di… more »
Familiar Scents Could Help Unlock Memories for Those With Depression
March 6th, 2024A new study suggests familiar scents could help unlock memories for those living with depression.
Study on Scent and Depression
Prior studies found that people with depression are less capable of drawing on specific memories from their lives, research… more »
New Emergency Hotline for Mental Health Crisis
July 27th, 2022A new three digit emergency hotline (similar to 911) is now available to take calls across the nation.
Emergency Hotline
The number of the new hotline is 988 and anyone experiencing an urgent mental health crisis can call for free and confidential pr… more »
USPSTF Updates Anxiety Screening Recommendations
April 27th, 2022
Children as young as eight years old should be screened for anxiety, the United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends.
New Draft Guidance
Written by the USPSTF, the guidance suggests children and adolescents between ages… more »
