"Based on the bidirectional association between depressive symptoms and memory, these findings suggest that individuals presenting with depressive symptoms should be assessed for potential memory ...

A consensus has emerged in recent years that psychotherapies—in particular, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)—rate comparably to medications such as Prozac and Lexapro as treatments for depression.

Depression requires active treatment, because the disorder itself can have enduring effects on brain function that make future episodes more likely. Apart from the intensity of emotional pain and ...

Sleeping nine hours or more per night is associated with worse cognitive performance, and it is even more the case for those with depression. There might be such a thing as getting too much of a good ...

Cognitive distortions are biased thoughts that create negative patterns in the way a person thinks. They can be a symptom of depression and anxiety. Changing these habitual thoughts can help improve a ...

I also frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Does your mind frequently go to the worst-case scenario and "what ifs"? Do you struggle with overthinking, ...

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