DepressionInfo Center

Cell Phones Used to Prevent Depression
Cell phones are becoming ever more popular worldwide - even in developing countries and low-income households. New research suggests that this widespread technology could be used to reduce depression in adolescents.
Helping You Helps Your Employer
While issues with mental health may cause problems with work, ignoring the issues will only make it worse, studies suggest.
Treating the Double Ds is Best
Living with diabetes can weigh heavily on a person's mental health. In fact, diabetes and depression often go hand in hand. Fortunately, treating both conditions at the same time may lead to better outcomes for patients.
Less is More When Treating Depression
Many people with depression also suffer from a variety of other diseases. A new study looked at how depression medications impacted other health conditions.
Antidepressants Increase Hypertension Risks
Several research teams have focused on the effects of antidepressants taken while pregnant. A new study suggests medications taken during pregnancy may increase the risk of a pulmonary disease in newborns.
"D" is for Depression
As the United States finds itself in the middle of winter, many individuals fight seasonal depression, and a new study suggests potential causation.
Taking a Team Approach to Treatment
Chronic disorders impact millions of Americans. Treatment can sometimes be expensive, persistent, and ineffective. Recent research shows that a team approach to care can offer benefits.
Sub-type Determines Sleep
In everyday life it is easy to notice the differences between individual human beings. New research sheds light on the unique effects of depression between each individual.
Depressing Inheritance
Most researchers believe environmental triggers may affect depression.  There is new research suggesting a biological pre-disposition is found in your genes.
Comparing Childhood Mental Illnesses
When do mental illnesses start to display symptoms? A recent study shed light on the prevalence of psychiatric disorders in children, and the differences between the United States and another country.