Understanding what depression is – and what it is not – is often the first step toward relief.

One of the key features of depression is the lack of motivation to do things that you know you should really do. For example, you may think that you don't have the motivation to exercise, or spend ...

Depression-related fatigue is caused by cellular "overworking" at rest and a failure to produce energy under stress.

Exercise’s positive effect on depression is well-known, but not how it produces its anti-depressant effects. After reviewing a broad range of studies into how depression and physical activity affect ...

Researchers have discovered a surprising change in how cells produce energy in people with depression. Brain and blood cells in young adults with major depressive disorder produced more energy ...

Behavioral activation therapy helps individuals break the cycle of inactivity and low mood by encouraging engagement in meaningful activities, even when motivation is low. If you’re looking for ways ...

In today’s fast-paced work culture, the distinction between burnout and depression often becomes clouded. Burnout arises from sustained workplace pressures and tends to alleviate with a change of ...

Depression can be an invisible barrier that makes social interaction feel daunting. It can lead to a vicious cycle where social withdrawal exacerbates depressive symptoms, creating a larger hurdle for ...

Researchers may have discovered a new way to diagnose and treat major depression at the earliest stage of the condition, ...