Psychiatry has a naming problem. Obsessive-compulsive disorder and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder are assumed to be cousins but, in fact, are barely related. The “schizo” in schizophrenia ...

Atypical depression is increasingly recognised as a distinct clinical subtype marked by a constellation of energy-related symptoms such as increased appetite, weight gain, hypersomnia and profound ...

Discover the nine subtypes of depression and their key symptoms. Since treatment can vary for each type, it’s important to consult your doctor for guidance. Most people go through periods of deep ...

Depression often co-occurs with cardiometabolic conditions (obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases) [1,2,3] and shared underlying biological pathways may partially explain this connection.

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is characterized by a lowered mood and loss of interest, contributing not only to difficulties in academic and professional life but also as a major cause of suicide in ...

Bobo W.V., Shelton R.C. Bipolar disorder in adults: Treating major depression with atypical antipsychotics. In Keck P. and Solomon D. (eds.), UpToDate Series, Bipolar ...

Whether you're a college student in the middle of a major slump, a new mom who can't pinpoint why she's feeling so glum, or a retiree grieving over the loss of a loved one, that question isn't an easy ...