depression

In what could be called a novel initiative to combat social isolation and loneliness, Japan government has appointed Tetushi Sakamoto as Minister of Loneliness. Reportedly, the move was made amid the country's increasing suicide rates that skyrocketed in 11 years. Surprisingly, the October suicide toll of 2,153 deaths even surpassed the 1,765 COVID-19 deaths. Moreover, suicide rates among women have surged over by 70% in October. 

A study led by King’s College London researchers revealed that Minocycline, an antibiotic can help improve depressive symptoms in patients suffering from treatment-resistant depression and low-grade inflammation. The trials conducted in two groups revealed that the patients with higher C-reactive protein levels showed better results in their depressive symptoms after taking minocycline. Moreover, researchers also found that biological markers… read-more

To treat depression and anxiety, a 30-year-old US citizen injected himself with the psychedelic drug, found in "magic" mushrooms. Skipping his medicines, the man resorted to consume the mushrooms which are potent to reduce opioid. However, he directly injected these mushrooms, meant to be taken orally, in his veins which has resulted in organ failure as the fungi began to grow in his bloodstream. Subsequently, the man was put on ventilator… read-more

A research by Western Sydney University has figured out some active lifestyle factors that help in coping with depression. It stated lesser screen time, adequate sleep, a better-diet, and physical activities are quite necessary to deal with depression. It also cited tobacco smoking as a factor of depression. Quite surprisingly, higher frequency of alcohol consumption showed… read-more

According to scientists, mother's stress affects the growth of baby negatively. The scientists found that if mothers are under stress or depression, their babies exhibit increased heart rate. This, according to them, may lead to emotional stress for the children as they grow older. They also said, inability of a mother to communicate with the baby during the early days can develop insecurity in the child.