Research highlights how exercise boosts mood and prompts the release of feel-good endorphins. Previous studies have shown that physical activity can help reduce the symptoms of depression and other ...

Depression can be an invisible barrier that makes social interaction feel daunting. It can lead to a vicious cycle where social withdrawal exacerbates depressive symptoms, creating a larger hurdle for ...

As a yoga teacher of over 17 years, I have seen many yoga students and teachers overcome depression and mental health problems with the support of a yoga practice. It is an ...

You’ve surely heard of probiotics, which can help maintain a healthy gut for better digestion, nutrient absorption and immune support. But a budding class of probiotics called “psychobiotics” is being ...

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, ...

A well-designed new study suggests that the keto diet may modestly alleviate symptoms for people with treatment-resistant depression. The keto diet is high in healthy fats and low in carbohydrates.

A large review adds weight to an old idea: movement can help ease depression. Here’s how to think about exercise as part of treatment and recovery.

Depression can hit at any age, and you’re just as likely to get it in your later years as you are when you’re younger. In fact, the Mental Health Foundation (MHF) says depression is the most common ...

Living with prostate cancer can be very stressful. It can affect a person’s body, life plans, relationships, and emotions. Many people don’t realize that people with prostate cancer are at risk for ...

Depression is a complex and deeply personal experience. While almost everyone has periods of sadness, low mood or grief, depression is different. Major depressive disorder is persistent, interferes ...

Depression is often associated with persistent sadness, but the condition can manifest in other ways. Difficulty concentrating and changes in appetite, for example, can stem from depression regardless ...