Depression Archives - Gateway Psychiatric https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/category/depression/ Excellent Psychiatric Care Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:14:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://i0.wp.com/www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/favicon2.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Depression Archives - Gateway Psychiatric https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/category/depression/ 32 32 70562394 Science of Depression https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/science-of-depression/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/science-of-depression/#respond Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:14:48 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=23435 Get your brain unstuck There have been many important developments in the science of depression in the past few years, but understanding of these has not become widespread in the general public, or even among patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).  The “serotonin deficit” or “chemical imbalance” theories of the cause of depression remain more widely understood and commonly used ...

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]]> https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/science-of-depression/feed/ 0 23435 Breakthrough Hope for Bipolar Depression: Stanford Study Seeks Clinical Trial Participants https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/breakthrough-hope-for-bipolar-depression-stanford-study-seeks-clinical-trial-participants/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/breakthrough-hope-for-bipolar-depression-stanford-study-seeks-clinical-trial-participants/#respond Wed, 17 Jan 2024 21:26:21 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=22194 Are you struggling with treatment-resistant bipolar depression? Stanford University’s Brain Stimulation Lab (BSL) is offering a unique opportunity to participate in a groundbreaking research study aimed at bringing relief to individuals like you. The study, titled “Accelerated Intermittent Theta-Burst Stimulation (aiTBS) in Treatment-resistant Bipolar Depression,” explores the potential of a novel therapy called Stanford Accelerated Intelligent Neuromodulation Therapy (SAINT), also ...

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]]> https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/breakthrough-hope-for-bipolar-depression-stanford-study-seeks-clinical-trial-participants/feed/ 0 22194 Genetic Testing Could Revolutionize Depression Treatment https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/genetic-testing-could-revolutionize-depression-treatment/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/genetic-testing-could-revolutionize-depression-treatment/#respond Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:25:51 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=22076 Depression is a debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While there are a variety of effective treatments available, many patients do not respond to the first antidepressant they are prescribed. This can lead to frustration, discouragement, and even worsening symptoms.  A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) suggests that genetic testing could ...

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]]> https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/genetic-testing-could-revolutionize-depression-treatment/feed/ 0 22076 Loneliness: A Silent Epidemic Plaguing the Nation https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/loneliness-a-silent-epidemic-plaguing-the-nation/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/loneliness-a-silent-epidemic-plaguing-the-nation/#respond Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:27:53 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=22045 In a groundbreaking move, the United States Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, has issued a Surgeon General Advisory declaring loneliness, isolation, and lack of connection a public health crisis in the United States. This alarming announcement highlights the pervasive nature of loneliness in American society and its detrimental impact on our mental, physical, and societal well-being. The Magnitude of the ...

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]]> https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/loneliness-a-silent-epidemic-plaguing-the-nation/feed/ 0 22045 Depression, Anxiety May Be Early Signs of MS https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/depression-anxiety-may-be-early-signs-of-ms/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/depression-anxiety-may-be-early-signs-of-ms/#respond Mon, 06 Nov 2023 20:36:16 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=21997 Multiple sclerosis (MS), an autoimmune disease, targets myelin sheath. This protective layer covers nerve fibers. Its damage can result in several symptoms; these include vision problems, fatigue, weakness, and numbness. Multiple Sclerosis is a disorder of the brain and spinal cord that significantly influences mental health. Most folks with MS, around 70%, struggle­ with depression at some point. Anxiety is ...

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]]> https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/depression-anxiety-may-be-early-signs-of-ms/feed/ 0 21997 Digestive Diseases Linked to Loneliness and Depression in Older Adults https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/digestive-diseases-linked-to-loneliness-and-depression-in-older-adults/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/digestive-diseases-linked-to-loneliness-and-depression-in-older-adults/#respond Tue, 24 Oct 2023 20:52:13 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=21958 Loneliness and depression are prevalent mental health conditions that can greatly affect physical well-being. According to a recent study in the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, older adults with digestive diseases are more prone to experiencing feelings of loneliness and depression compared to those without such conditions. According to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Michigan, analyzing ...

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]]> https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/digestive-diseases-linked-to-loneliness-and-depression-in-older-adults/feed/ 0 21958 A New Subtype of Depression Identified https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/a-new-subtype-of-depression-identified/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/a-new-subtype-of-depression-identified/#respond Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=21929 A recent study published in JAMA Network Open by scientists at Stanford Medicine has revealed a previously unrecognized form of depression. This subtype is distinguished by cognitive impairments and does not respond as well to commonly prescribed antidepressant medications. The findings contribute to ongoing research aiming to identify treatments tailored to specific biotypes of depression, each with unique biological characteristics. ...

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]]> https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/a-new-subtype-of-depression-identified/feed/ 0 21929 Brain Imaging-Based Biomarker of Depression Identified https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/brain-imaging-based-biomarker-of-depression-identified/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/brain-imaging-based-biomarker-of-depression-identified/#respond Mon, 09 Oct 2023 15:26:04 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=21853 Depre­ssion is a widespread and devastating me­ntal health disorder that impacts millions of individuals across the globe­. It is characterized by enduring fe­elings of sadness and despair, along with alte­rations in appetite, slee­p patterns, and energy le­vels. Despite the­ existence of effective treatme­nts for depression, numerous individuals do not e­xperience improve­ment with these inte­rventions. Additionally, accurately predicting tre­atment response re­mains ...

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]]> https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/brain-imaging-based-biomarker-of-depression-identified/feed/ 0 21853 Formerly Depressed Individuals Persist in Directing Their Attention Towards Negative Aspects https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/formerly-depressed-individuals-persist-in-directing-their-attention-towards-negative-aspects/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/formerly-depressed-individuals-persist-in-directing-their-attention-towards-negative-aspects/#respond Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:15:22 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=21874 Individuals who have successfully overcome a significant episode of depression exhibit a tendency to allocate more attention and cognitive resources towards negative information processing, while dedicating less time to processing positive information. This disparity in information processing increases their vulnerability to a potential relapse when compared to those who have not experienced a major depressive episode. According to research published ...

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]]> https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/formerly-depressed-individuals-persist-in-directing-their-attention-towards-negative-aspects/feed/ 0 21874 Mindfulness Courses Can Improve Mental Health for at Least Six Months, Study Finds https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/mindfulness-courses-can-improve-mental-health-for-at-least-six-months-study-finds/ https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/mindfulness-courses-can-improve-mental-health-for-at-least-six-months-study-finds/#respond Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.gatewaypsychiatric.com/?p=21821 A recent study published in the journal Nature Mental Health by researchers at the University of Cambridge revealed that attending in-person mindfulness courses has a lasting positive impact on mental health, even up to six months after completing the program. The study analyzed data from 13 randomized controlled trials, encompassing 2,371 participants. The researchers discovered that individuals who participated in ...

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