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Depression may boost stroke risk in women Although risk is still low, a study found that stroke risk nearly doubled for depressed women in their 40s and 50s.
Adult kids of substance abusers prone to depression The adult children of parents who were addicted to alcohol or drugs are at increased risk for depression.
Daily gene rhythms off in depressed people Study found 'clock' in brain was disrupted in autopsies of those who suffered mental disorder at time of death, suggesting depression may be linked to a disturbance of circadian rhythms.
Antidepressants linked to bleeding risk Taking antidepressant drugs around the time of surgery may increase risks associated with the procedure, a study says.
Antipsychotic meds don't help depression Antipsychotic drugs appear to be only slightly effective and are linked to unwelcome side effects, says a study.
Depression may affect shingles vaccine A new study shows that the shingles vaccine may be less effective in people with untreated depression.
Brain stimulation plus drugs best for depression Researchers paired the antidepressant Zoloft (sertraline) and a type of noninvasive brain stimulation called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to treat people with moderate to severe symptoms of major depression.
Magic mushroom trial hits stumbling block The world's first clinical trial designed to explore using a hallucinogen from magic mushrooms to treat people with depression has stalled.
Self-help books help depressed people These low-intensity interventions deemed good first steps in treatment.
Avatars may help ease depression Young adults, in a period of transition, are often reluctant to seek treatment for mental health problems because of the stigma, inadequate insurance coverage and difficulty finding a mental health care provider.