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Childhood trauma has long been known to raise a child’s odds of developing depression and addiction later on. Now, a small but intriguing new study links these risks to specific changes in the brain, ...

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Researchers have successfully tested a novel technique for probing deep into the human brain, without surgery, for potential therapeutic purposes. In the rapidly evolving field of neuroscience, ...

Some people may experience seasonal depression during the spring. Symptoms can include low mood, reduced motivation, and more. Home remedies and medical treatments may help. Seasonal depression, ...

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Obesity and depression are two of the most pressing public health challenges. Globally, more than 280 million people live with depression, and 890 million adults live with obesity. When the conditions ...

TV shows don’t often hit the mark when it comes to depicting mental health—but these two certainly do in psychologists’ eyes. Depression and addiction are quintessential mental health problems that ...