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Depression and Creativity: Is There a Link?
Some of the world's most creative souls have died by suicide. Sloan Miller examines the relationship between depression and creativity — and shares where to go for help.
Autism Spectrum Disorders Raise Depression Risk
Young adults with autism are more likely to have depression than those without autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to a Swedish study.
No 'Fibs': Current Evidence About Atrial Fibrillation
Learn about atrial fibrillation risk factors and causes. Find out what research shows about the connection between depression and afib.
Are You a Depressed Caregiver?
Feel like you’re letting everyone down? Have you become isolated? Carol outlines these ways and more that might signify you’re depressed as a caregiver.
Sex Drive Differs in Men Who Are Depressed
While depression may lead to a decreased sex drive in men or a diminished desire for sexual, the situation isn’t cut and dry and often depends on the severity of depression.
How Alcoholism Led to a Diabetes Diagnosis
Chronic alcohol use is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Here's the story of James Cato Ferguson, whose heavy drinking caused his diabetes.
How Depression and Anxiety Can Harm Diabetes Patients
Depression and anxiety are more common in people with type 2 diabetes. Those conditions, which tend to coexist, increase heart disease risk.
FDA Update: Antidepressant Name Change
The FDA has changed the brand name of an antidepressant to avoid confusion with a blood-thinning medication.
Why AMD Can Lead to Depression
Depression is common in people with age-related macular degeneration—the leading cause of vision loss in older adults. Here’s what to know.
How to Cope With Depression After a Stroke
It’s not uncommon for stroke survivors to struggle with a mood disorder—but this complication often goes unrecognized and untreated. Here’s what may help.