MILAN — Psilocybin leads to a better overall outcome in the treatment of moderate to severe major depressive disorder (MDD) than the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) escitalopram, results ...

Dopamine brings on a surge of pleasure, but too much dopamine in a synapse can ultimately lead to mood disorders and ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Esketamine nasal spray (Spravato) showed consistent long-term safety outcomes for patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), according to follow-up data from the SUSTAIN-3 ...

Psychotherapy, or “talk therapy,” may be better at treating depression compared to other methods in older adults residing in long-term care communities. Talk therapy also may do more good than other ...

Depression often goes undiagnosed in long-term care settings, but implementing nurse-led screening protocols can help older adults receive a diagnosis and access treatment, according to study results ...

A nurse-led depression screening protocol using CSDD-4 increased diagnosis and referral rates at a non-profit long-term care facility. Depression often goes undiagnosed in long-term care settings, but ...