Depression

The findings may suggest a path to relief for recovered COVID-19 patients, investigators say. About 40% of these patients develop depression within six months of infection, they report.

The results suggest that these effects are linked directly to SARS-CoV-2 infection and are not just a general consequence of viral infection, say investigators from University of Oxford, in the United...

I had a milestone birthday recently. A birthday which I refused to celebrate, threatened my husband and friends not to dare surprise me with any activities and had planned to spend alone on the couch with...

Survey: Most seniors approve of healthcare worker vaccinations … Depression levels rose among older adults during pandemic, survey shows … Alzheimer’s advocates urge HHS to adopt ‘aggressive’...

People with multiple sclerosis, with or without depression, have increased risks for incident vascular disease, all-cause mortality

Not only may hearing loss cause depression in older adults, but early treatment may delay its onset, new research suggests.

In a study of 13 nursing homes, fully 43% of residents reported that they lacked energy, and 12% were malnourished. The two problems were significantly linked, investigators say.

Antidepressant therapy more effective than supervised physical activity at three and six months

There is a new reason to binge-watch the Olympic Games. Older adults are less likely to be depressed the more they watch sports — either live or on screen, a new study has found.

Twenty percent of older poll respondents reported worse mental health, including sleep troubles, depression and anxiety. Screening for symptoms and ensuring accessible treatment will help prevent long-term...