Depression

Diminished Sense of Smell Linked with Depression

Sep 25, 2023 · · Depression
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine report a link between decreased sense of smell and risk of developing late-life depression. Their findings, published in The Journals of Gerontology, Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, do not demonstrate that loss of smell causes depression, but suggest that it may serve as … Read More

Social Isolation Linked to Lower Brain Volume

Sep 25, 2023 · · Depression
Older individuals who have little social contact with others may be more likely than their peers who have more frequent social interactions to experience a loss of overall brain volume, according to a study published recently in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The parts of … Read More

Does Your Body Have a “Set” Weight?

Sep 25, 2023 · · Depression
The set point theory for weight, which has been around since the 1970s, suggests that your body has a specific weight range to which you are genetically predisposed. In other words, the body tries to stay within a certain weight range. It’s a popular theory. But, if your body has … Read More

Spotlight on Supplements: Vitamin B12

Sep 25, 2023 · · Depression
Overview. Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a key role in metabolism and energy production within our cells. So, in a way, vitamin B12 does give us energy by enabling us to create energy in the cell, while also supporting other vital functions. Special … Read More

Loss of Sense of Smell May Be an Early Sign of Depression

Aug 25, 2023 · · Depression
A diminished sense of smell is associated with several serious health conditions, including a COVID-19 infection, nasal polyps, and neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease. In a study recently published in the Journal of Gerontology: Medical Sciences, researchers found a link between decreased sense of smell and … Read More

Therapist Recommendations

Aug 19, 2023 · · Depression
Q: Is word of mouth a reliable way to find a mental health therapist? My mother is older and seems to be getting depressed. I’ve gotten some recommendations from friends about therapists they thought were very good. A: Getting a recommendation from someone you trust is a good place to … Read More

The Struggles with Weight Bias

Jul 26, 2023 · · Depression
The prevalence of overweight and obesity continues to rise. Nearly one in three adults are overweight and nearly two in five are living with obesity in the U.S. Correspondingly, weight stigma is increasingly strong. Its pervasiveness and impact can be as harmful as other forms of discrimination, such as those … Read More

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