For someone in the midst of depression, it can be hard to get out of bed in the mornings, let alone stay in touch with friends and family. Depression is a sneaky illness. It convinces people that they ...

Researchers still don’t understand what, exactly, causes depression. But what is clear is this: It doesn’t have anything to do with waking up and simply choosing not to appreciate all the good things ...

Thirty-year-old Adam* is not often lost for words, but confesses that he was unprepared for one piece of unsolicited mental health advice he received from a love interest one night. “I was on a date ...

We often mix up depression with sadness because both are linked to distress. Plus, since they're so commonly used, we mistakenly think they're the same. However, there are certain behaviors that will ...

Our Ask the Therapist columnist, Lori Gottlieb, advises a reader who wants to help a struggling pal but is growing frustrated ...

It's scary when a friend or family member is suffering from clinical depression. Many people have a sense of not knowing what to do to help. Here are 10 practical suggestions. 1. Encourage the person ...

People who interact with chatbots for emotional support or other personal reasons are more likely to report symptoms of ...

An updated systematic review finds exercise is as effective as therapy and medication for treating depression. Exercise ...

A major review finds exercise can reduce depression symptoms, often matching therapy or medication, while remaining low-cost ...