The Sequenced Treatment Alternatives to Relieve Depression (STAR*D) study is a large-scale clinical trial funded by the National Institutes of Health, published in 2008, which aimed to develop and evaluate
The Surprising Effects of TMS on Borderline Personality Disorder
As transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) becomes an increasingly common treatment for depression, healthcare professionals have found a positive link between TMS and borderline personality disorder (BPD) for effectively treating people
Thyroids and Depression: How Thyroid Hormones Impact Mental Health
Depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses can be treated in a variety of ways. The success of these various forms of treatment often depend upon a combination of unique factors
Persistent Depressive Disorder and TMS
Persistent depressive disorder is a continuous long-term (chronic) form of depression. Persistent depressive disorder (previously referred to as Dysthymia or Dysthymic Disorder prior to the publication of the DSM V
Grief vs. Depression: Similarities and Differences
The symptoms of grief and depression are closely related and it can be confusing to differentiate between the two. What Are the Symptoms of Grief vs. Depression Grief Grief typically
TMS for Traumatic Brain Injury and Depression
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result from a violent blow or jolt to the head or body. An object, such as a bullet or piece of skull, that pierces brain
Can Loneliness Lead to Depression?
Currently, many people are spending an unusual amount of time alone. Some people who live alone or who don’t see people often may not feel lonely. Yet others might spend
COVID Depressed: The Balancing Act of Work and Mental Health
In an era colored by pandemic, millions of people have taken to worrying for their safety and the safety of their loved ones daily. But while the coronavirus has undoubtedly
The Association Between Depression and Cardiovascular Disease
Researchers have linked depression with several physical disorders, such as thyroid dysfunction. Is there also an association between depression and cardiovascular disease? We know the physiological responses that a heart
Testosterone May Help Men With Depression
Testosterone was once a common treatment option for depressed men around 60 years ago. After antidepressant drugs were introduced over the years, doctors stopped prescribing testosterone. Now, new studies have