Major depressive disorder (MDD) is one of the most common psychiatric illnesses worldwide, but its molecular causes have ...

In a world-first study. scientists discovered that genetics still play a "surprising" role in depression in people over 70.

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is one of the most common psychiatric illnesses worldwide, but its molecular causes have ...

Though wisdom and resilience are positive aspects of aging, a new report has found a significant increase in mental health conditions among adults over 65 years. Within the age group, researchers ...

Q: Is depression in older people the same as it is in young people? What are the warning signs of depression in seniors? A: The elderly tend not to express sadness the way that young people do.

People age 50 and older who lived near green spaces were less likely to develop depression during the first six months of the ...

A new study demonstrates that depression may worsen memory decline, but one condition may also exacerbate the other. Experts note the pathology of depression and memory loss overlap within the brain.

We review depression in the elderly, with emphasis on the clinical presentation, associated factors, and newer treatment options that have become available in recent years, based on broad research ...

Depression is a serious health concern for older adults, potentially leading to other health issues if left untreated. Seniors often avoid discussing mental health due to generational stigma, but ...

Marked variation in the prevalence of depression was found in a multisite sample of community-dwelling older adults in the United States reports a study by Columbia University Mailman School of ...

Older Australians who eat a diet high in ultra-processed foods have an increased risk of depression, new research has found.