A new study suggests nitrous oxide may offer a new treatment option for older adults with treatment-resistant depression.

The geriatric depression scale is a self-reported screening survey to help detect depression in older adults. There’s a short version with 15 questions and a long version with 30. The geriatric ...

As men age, a myriad of physical, emotional and social changes occur that can contribute to depression. While aging is a natural part of life, its impact on mental health is profound, particularly for ...

Depression often goes undiagnosed in long-term care settings, but implementing nurse-led screening protocols can help older adults receive a diagnosis and access treatment, according to study results ...

Background: Depression negatively affects how a person feels, thinks, or behaves; is associated with impaired functioning in social and work settings; and can be associated with thoughts of suicide.

A recent study published in Nature Communications may have an answer. It found that women have a higher genetic risk of ...

Using a self-help smartphone app plus usual care may help alleviate depressive symptoms and improve quality of life in adults ...

Energy insecurity affects 43% of US adults, disproportionately impacting marginalized groups and leading to higher depression ...

Prior research suggests that SSRIs may reduce the risk of developing long COVID, a condition affecting approximately 65 million individuals worldwide that is associated with fatigue, cognitive ...