For many people these days, the experience of COVID-19 feels a lot like clinical depression. As winter has dragged on, Americans have collectively been feeling blue, staying inside, curling up in ...

Scientists are increasingly clear that what we eat does not just shape our waistlines, it also influences how our brains regulate mood, stress and resilience. A growing body of research now points to ...

You’ve surely heard of probiotics, which can help maintain a healthy gut for better digestion, nutrient absorption and immune support. But a budding class of probiotics called “psychobiotics” is being ...

Do you know what melatonin is? It is a natural hormone that regulates the body’s sleep-wake cycle aka circadian rhythm. In a recent study published in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When you hear that exercise can boost your mood, you likely picture yourself running or cycling, probably ...

What's the best way to deal with depressiona and anxiety? Quickly and definitively. Whatever kicks them off, depression and anxiety both are maintained by styles of thinking that magnify the initial ...

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It’s been a brrrutal winter — even more so for people suffering from seasonal affective disorder. SAD emerges during the fall or winter when daylight hours are shorter. While the “winter blues” might ...

I’m still depressed. I’ve gotten better — there has been small progress made — but I’m still counting on that new medication to kick in; it works best after eight weeks of using it. I’m isolating ...

One specific spice could function as a natural antidepressant, an expert says. Saffron, found in popular foods and drinks like paella and herbal teas, has shown promise for its ability to boost mood ...

Johnson & Johnson medication Spravato, a ketamine-based nasal spray, was approved Tuesday by the Food and Drug Administration for use as a sole treatment for depression. Spravato was first approved by ...