Depression Videos

Take a break from tech. Which activities can boost your mood and relieve tension?

Jocelyn McKinnon-Crowley and Tiara Johnson know firsthand that you can’t fix depression. Together, they talk through strategies to lift their mood.

Everyone gets the blues, but depression impacts your ability to function. It affects 250 million people worldwide, and treatment is based on how severe it is.

How can doctors help crush the stigma of depression and demystify diagnosis and screening? How do they inspire someone to take action and seek help?

You and your counselor will tailor a personalized treatment plan. And if talk therapy isn’t enough, they may recommend seeing a doctor for medication.

Computers lack human bias, so they might be better at diagnosing mental health disorders and even provide therapy. AI breaks down several barriers like stigma and cost.

Your psychiatrist will ask a list of questions to gauge your mood. It’s the start to finding the right meds and therapy.

When she’s feeling stuck in a downward spiral, Jenna Kanell turns to a number of things to lift her spirits. “There isn’t one magical cure to depression.”

“To me, depression is like a monster that follows you,” says horror actress Jenna Kanell. “It’s next to you in bed while you’re trying to sleep.”

The death of his brother sent Dan Lukasik into a depressive state. How did his therapy toolbox help comfort him?

"Once you start to motivate people … not only can you change a family but you can change generations to come," says therapist Melissa Fulgieri.

After vocal cord polyps robbed Bianca G. of her identity as a singer, she had to deal with her emotions. What new pursuit made her happy again?

Major depressive disorder is treatable, and as our understanding of the brain expands, so will treatment options.

People with major depressive disorder are less likely to respond to the first antidepressant they are prescribed. Several things can cause that to happen.

It’s important to find the right antidepressant at the right dose, but you should also know what interferes with them and can cause harmful interactions.

If treatment doesn’t help right away, don’t worry. There are stronger options that cut directly to the chase to hopefully help you feel better.

People with mild to moderate symptoms of depression often benefit from therapy, behavioral changes, or a combination of both.

In addition to therapy or medication, there are a number of things you can do on a daily basis to lift your mood.

Along with medicine and therapy, it’s important to monitor your sleep, diet, and exercise, says psychiatrist Gonzalo Laje.

What defines major depressive disorder, and how is it diagnosed? John Whyte, MD, unpacks this treatable illness with two renowned psychiatrists.

MDD, or major depressive disorder, can be treated with several therapies, including medication and talk therapy. So what’s the latest thinking?

It's important to address mental health conditions early on, but the first signs are often subtle. An expert shares signs you need to reach out for help.

An expert defines what factors go into which treatments are prescribed for a person diagnosed with depression.

Symptoms of depression can occur at any age, to any race or gender, regardless of health condition.

Depression is a commonly misunderstood condition.

About one-third of people with depression don’t seem to get better. Why don’t antidepressants work for everyone?

Nathaniel shares what depression feels like and what helps pull him out of an episode.

A pharmacist outlines the immediate adverse effects and things he typically looks for when prescribing antidepressant medication.

Clarissa recalls the moments throughout her childhood that pointed to depression and how she advocates for herself and others now.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to treating depression, but it shouldn’t be ignored. Like any other illness, there’s help out there to ease your symptoms.

In some cases, exercise can be as effective as a drug. How does breaking a sweat improve your mood?

Depression is often marked by a loss of interest or constant sadness you cannot just “snap out of,” and these signs can creep up over time. Learn more about this mood disorder and what treatments may help.

A balanced diet is one of many ways we can care for ourselves and our mental health.

Do low levels of serotonin coincide with depression? Learn more about what behaviors this chemical regulates.

Just because your child seems sad doesn’t necessarily mean they have depression.

If you notice you’re always feeling down, it might help to be more active.

Why are women twice as likely to experience depression than men? Learn more about what triggers depression and treatments.

Brain stimulation techniques, like electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), can be an effective alternative treatment for major depression. Know what to expect and how many sessions it may take to feel results.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a common type of talk therapy that can treat depression.

This herb has been used for centuries as an alternative treatment for anxiety and mild depression. Is it safe to take St. John’s wort in place of or with antidepressants?

Losing a job can be every bit as emotionally devastating as a divorce or the death of a loved one.

What is the connection between chronic illness and depression?

With more streaming services at our fingertips, it’s easy to fall into a TV binge black hole. How exactly does too much time in front of the tube affect our well-being?