Medicating Stress & Depression Away: Search for the “Dr. Feel Good” Pill (Part I)
Dr Sarah LoBisco, ND The Sad Mental State of Our Nation The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)1 reports that major depression is one of the most common mental disorders of Americans. It can result in significant interference in major life activities. Approximately 16.2 million U.S. adults, or 6.7%, has suffered from one or more […]
Compounds From Grapes May Be Next Antidepressants
Node Smith, ND Grapes for Depression A recent study conducted at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai suggests that 2 isolated compounds from grapes – dihydrocaffeic acid (DHCA) and malvidin-3′-O-glucoside (Mal-gluc) – may be the future of pharmacological treatment for depression.1 The research study also comments that a dietary polyphenol preparation also had an […]
Connecting Depressed Patients to Their Emotions Using Psychedelics
Node Smith, ND Two New Studies Using Psilocybin in the Treatment of Depression Two new studies add to the growing body of research supporting the use of psychedelic substances in mental health. Both studies are from the Imperial College London and are specific to using psilocybin in the treatment of depression.1,2 The studies suggest that […]
Certain Personalities May Protect Against Anxiety and Depression
Node Smith, ND Multiple Layers of Personality Impact Specific Symptoms A new research study has found that the personality traits of extraversion and conscientiousness may have a protective effect against depression and anxiety.1 It is generally known that high levels of neuroticism predispose people to depression or anxiety, or both. However, if those same individuals […]
Too Much Screen Time Could be a Risk Factor for Depression and Suicide
Node Smith, ND Screen Time and Suicide A new research study suggests that adolescents who spend more time on smartphones and other digital devices may be more likely to experience depression and suicidal ideation.1 Attempted suicide attempts also seem to be correlated with increase in screen time. The study, published in Clinical Psychological Science, states […]
The Holiday Season Can be the Worst Time of Year for Teen Depression
Node Smith, ND Teens Struggle with Sadness During the Holiday Season Even though the holiday season is a time of family, warmth and community, many people struggle with depression during this time of year. As the weather changes and becomes colder, wet and grey, many people struggle despite the holiday cheer all around them. Teens […]
Relationship Conflict Causes Disease?
Razi Berry It felt like someone had taken hold of my heart and was trying to wring it like a wet rag I hadn’t felt this discomfort since years earlier as a young teenager when I suffered heart problems from an eating disorder and nearly died. I’d somehow trudge through the workday by applying pressure […]
Sleep Deprivation Could Help Depressed Symptoms in Short-term
Insomnia May Ease Depression in the Interim for Some An interesting treatment for depression has made its way to the headlines of medical literature for the first time in almost 30 years – sleep deprivation.1 A new meta-analysis has concluded that sleep deprivation rapidly reduces symptoms of depression in about half of depressed patients. Sleep […]
Smartphone Apps for Depression
Meet your New Therapist; It’s in Your Hands A research team from Australia has concluded that smartphone apps may be an effective treatment option for depressed patients.1 This may help create new avenues for drug-less therapy for millions of people worldwide who suffer from depression and are interested in alternative options to pharmaceutical drugs. Because […]
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Anxiety
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (say that 3 times fast!) Device Approved for Treatment of Depression Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive treatment that is FDA approved for the treatment of depression, even major depressive disorder. It is also now being researched as a possible effective treatment for anxiety. A recent study from Germany has shown […]