Depression

Study finds – women experience depression at twice the rate of men

Depression in women may appear in different intensities and forms, but behind the symptoms lies a complex combination of hormonal, psychological, and social factors.

Depression is not a temporary bad mood or a short period of sadness, but a significant mood disorder that may affect daily routine, everyday functioning, and relationships
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Research ties GLP-1 injections to fewer setbacks in anxiety and depression

The surprising reason for the rise in loneliness in the world

Researchers reveal the surprising reason for the rise in loneliness in the world

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Pharmaceutical companies are shaking: Israeli pharma company with breakthrough development


Spouses of reserve soldiers suffer from depression

A large number of Israelis at home while their spouses are on reserve duty in the Gaza war are suffering from anxiety, guilt, depression, and traumatic symptoms.

 People gather and light candles to remember the Israeli victims of the October 7 massacre at Dizengoff Square in Tel Aviv, October 12, 2023.

Israel to be hit by tsunami of depression in wake of Hamas massacre

The October 7 massacre may lead to a scale of post-trauma like Israel has never before experienced. Here is how we can prepare for it.

Depression

How much does exercise help with depression and anxiety?

A meta-analysis of 97 studies reveals that physical activity can have a greater impact in treating depression and anxiety. Discover the most effective type of exercise.


Even If you are miserable - Don't ruin your child's future


Poetry can help people cope with loneliness, isolation, depression

A full 50% of respondents said poetry had helped with feelings of anxiety and depression.

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Gov't reallocates funds from mental health org. to haredi groups

ERAN’s budget ‘cut significantly’ by Health Ministry even though the number of pleas for emotional first aid is skyrocketing.

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Playing tetris may prevent post-partum PTSD - study

Who would have dreamed that playing Tetris for fifteen minutes can prevent psychological trauma in mothers after a difficult birth?

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What postpartum depression medications can you take while breastfeeding?

Discover safe medications for breastfeeding women dealing with postpartum depression. Don't let fear hold you back from seeking help.


Party drug proves effective for stubborn depression unresponsive to meds

Ketamine is now proving its efficacy in treating stubborn depression cases unresponsive to medication.


Do depression and anxiety raise your risk of cancer? New study says no

Scientists have long thought that depression and anxiety can lead to a higher risk of cancer. A new study shows that this may not be the case.

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