Does Preventing Depression Look Different for Black…

For decades, researchers have developed and tested adolescent depression prevention programs that show strong results. But a new study reveals a major flaw in the evidence base: These programs, largely tested on white youth, may not work equally well for everyone. The peer-reviewed study examined the effects of a culturally adapted school-based depression prevention program […]

A Small Habit That Might Help Relieve Depression

There are many reasons to be a giving, charitable person. Giving to others helps us cement relationships, elicit gratitude, and connect communities. It can also make us feel happier and healthier, both mentally and physically. Still, that doesn’t mean giving is always easy. For example, if you suffer from depression, you may find it too […]

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Teenage Depression

Because of rising rates of anxiety, depression and other Mental health concerns among adolescents, TMS has been used off-label for many years to treat depression among teenagers. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary & Trends Report: 2013-20231 highlights the scope of the problem, with 40 percent […]

5 Reasons Why Depression Looks Different in Everyone

Globally, over 280 million people have depression. But if you were to ask a random sample of 1,000 people to describe their depression, you would have a low chance of finding two people who have the exact same experience. Why is that? Defining Depression We first need to define depression to understand why it looks […]