Keywords: DEPRESSION


Heavy social media use emerges as a strong indicator linked to depression

Spending extensive amounts of time on social media appears to be strongly associated with self-reported depression, according to a large-scale study that examined hundreds of thousands of survey responses collected over more than a decade. Researchers from the University of Cincinnati and Northwestern......

Florida faces growing tropical cyclone threat as Gulf weather system strengthens

A developing weather system over the Gulf of Mexico is drawing increasing attention from U.S. forecasters as environmental conditions become more favorable for tropical development, raising concerns for communities along Florida's Gulf Coast. According to the latest assessment from the U.S. National......

Large study identifies opioid painkillers linked to the highest risk of life-threatening overdose

A major new study has identified significant differences in the safety profiles of commonly prescribed opioid painkillers, highlighting fentanyl as one of the medications most strongly associated with life-threatening respiratory complications. Researchers from the University of Manchester analyzed......

Mental health taboo cracks in Morocco as depression rates surge

Mental health has long been pushed to the sidelines, yet it now occupies an increasingly prominent place in global societal debates. Stress, anxiety, depression, burnout and addictions affect more people than ever, across all ages and social backgrounds. In Morocco however, many still hesitate to speak......

First brain histamine map links molecule to major psychiatric disorders

Researchers have produced the first comprehensive map of the brain’s histaminergic system, identifying a strong overlap between histamine-related gene activity and regions involved in major psychiatric conditions. The study, published in Nature Mental Health, links these brain areas to attention......

Compass Pathways reports positive phase 3 results for psilocybin therapy

Compass Pathways said its experimental psilocybin-based treatment, COMP360, met the primary endpoint in its second pivotal phase 3 trial for treatment-resistant depression, moving the company closer to what could become the first US Food and Drug Administration approval of a psilocybin therapy for a......

Morocco ranks third in Africa for depression rates in 2025

Behind the everyday smiles, Morocco has emerged as one of Africa’s most affected nations by depression, according to figures from World Population Review, as cited by The African Exponent. In 2025, approximately 2.326 million Moroccans, 6.54% of the population, are experiencing depressive symptoms.......

Spain allocates €39 million to enhance mental health services amid rising sick leave

The Spanish government has taken a significant step toward addressing mental health concerns by approving €39 million in funding to improve treatment availability in public hospitals. This initiative comes in response to alarming data indicating a 175 percent surge in mental health-related sick......

The Anti-aging Benefits of Walnuts: A Nutrient-rich Superfood for Longevity

As we usher in the new year, walnuts emerge as a crucial food deserving a place in our diet. This nutrient-packed nut offers a wide array of health benefits that go beyond heart health and cancer prevention, with a significant role in combating aging. Walnuts boast a unique nutritional profile, making......