One of the key features of depression is the lack of motivation to do things that you know you should really do. For example, you may think that you don't have the motivation to exercise, or spend ...

Exercise’s positive effect on depression is well-known, but not how it produces its anti-depressant effects. After reviewing a broad range of studies into how depression and physical activity affect ...

Philadelphia, May 1, 2025 – New research shows that individuals who have recovered from depression are generally less willing to exert effort to pursue potential rewards compared to those who have ...

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Holidays are a joyful time for many, but for others, heavy depression is a real, serious illness that many people face. WSAV’s Tina Tyus-Shaw turns to our resident ...

Key Takeaways Recovery from depression isn’t linear, but understanding your symptoms, triggers, and treatment options gives ...

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Recent research identifies specific biological alterations in the brain’s reward center that correlate with depression. The ...

A new study investigating neuroinflammation in the ventral tegmental area (VTA) of the brain, a small, midbrain dopaminergic ...

A study of depression, regulatory focus, and motivation helped explain how depression negatively impacts the ability to maintain focus. The lowered mental focus then affects motivation and deblitates ...

A new clinical trial shows that deep brain stimulation (DBS) improved symptoms in half of adults with treatment-resistant ...

Discovering whether the brain carries early signs of Alzheimer’s doesn’t necessarily spark fear or sadness—in fact, people often feel less anxious after learning their results. But there’s a catch: ...