US Capitol Shooting: Video of Police Car Chase Emerges

US Capitol Shooting: Video of Police Car Chase Emerges

Female suspect was shot dead, reports say she had a child in the car

Miriam Carey, Woman Shot near US Capitol, Suffered from Post-Partum Depression

Miriam Carey, Woman Shot near US Capitol, Suffered from Post-Partum Depression

Mother Idella Carey says her daughter had been hospitalized, was under treatment

Depressed People Are 3 Times More Likely to Develop Parkinson's

Depressed People Are 3 Times More Likely to Develop Parkinson's

Evidence suggests that depression is a risk factor for Parkinson's

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • October 2nd, 2013
Night Owls Have Different Brains than Early Risers, Researchers Say

Night Owls Have Different Brains than Early Risers, Researchers Say

The differences can explain why night owls are more vulnerable to depression

Junk Food Makes People Depressed, Researchers Say

Junk Food Makes People Depressed, Researchers Say

Fruits and veggies, on the other hand, chase away the blues

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • September 9th, 2013
Man in Brazil Is Diagnosed with Pathological Generosity

Man in Brazil Is Diagnosed with Pathological Generosity

The man developed this condition after suffering a stroke

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • August 31st, 2013
Drinking Lowers Depression Risk, Researchers Say

Drinking Lowers Depression Risk, Researchers Say

People who enjoy a glass of wine every once in a while are less likely to be depressed

Ketamine Takes Merely 24 Hours to Relieve Depression Symptoms

Ketamine Takes Merely 24 Hours to Relieve Depression Symptoms

The drug is typically used in anesthesia, appears to also treat depression

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • August 23rd, 2013
Marijuana Promotes Mental Health, Study Finds

Marijuana Promotes Mental Health, Study Finds

Chemical compound in marijuana alters a person's response to negative emotions, images

People Who Volunteer Live Longer, Are Less Likely to Be Depressed

People Who Volunteer Live Longer, Are Less Likely to Be Depressed

Study shows volunteering improves mental health, ups life expectancy

Sound Waves Could Treat Depression

Sound Waves Could Treat Depression

Researchers believe sound waves can stimulate the nerve cells controlling mood

Home Alone Dogs Get Depressed, Are Likely to Harm Themselves

Home Alone Dogs Get Depressed, Are Likely to Harm Themselves

Most dogs are highly attached to their owners, can't stand being alone

Too Much Education Affects Mental Health, Researchers Find

Too Much Education Affects Mental Health, Researchers Find

Overeducated people are more likely to suffer from depression

Coffee Lowers Suicide Risk by 50%, Harvard Researchers Find

Coffee Lowers Suicide Risk by 50%, Harvard Researchers Find

Coffee influences the chemical balance of the brain, fights depression

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • July 22nd, 2013
“Misery Molecule” Pinned Down by Scientists

“Misery Molecule” Pinned Down by Scientists

Protein named CRF1 is now blamed for feelings of stress, anxiety

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • July 19th, 2013
Ultrasound Waves Might Treat Depression, Anxiety

Ultrasound Waves Might Treat Depression, Anxiety

Experiments show ultrasound waves can influence mood

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • June 13th, 2013
Brain Scans Could Help Doctors Pick the Best Treatment Option for Depression Patients

Brain Scans Could Help Doctors Pick the Best Treatment Option for Depression Patients

A brain scan might indicate whether doctors should prescribe drugs or behavioral therapy

 
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