Exposure to bright light has been previously found to help treat symptoms of depression, and this might be because it helps us sleep better, according to a new paper in the journal JAMA Network Open.

Major depression is the most common and severe ... During light therapy, you'll need to sit in front of a special bright light box for about 15-30 minutes each day. Your doctor may also recommend ...

Why does spending time in the sun lift our spirits? A new study from Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital suggests ...

Smiling depression describes when a person masks depression behind a smile. Someone with smiling depression looks happy on the outside when, in reality, they may be experiencing feelings of ...

Seasonal c hange affects a lot of us. This is called Seasonal Affective Disorder. No need to struggle alone, there are many ...

"Future studies examining bright light therapy should not overlook the role sleep regularity may be playing in influencing mood and depression symptoms." The study, which was led by first author ...

Not everyone experiences depression in the same way, but common symptoms include low mood, fatigue and low motivation, changes in appetite, and aches and pains, among others. Share on Pinterest ...

Depression has a strong genetic component, but genes aren’t the only factor. Individual life experiences and your environment also play a part. The connection between these three factors may be ...

Teen sitting against a wall with her arms covering her face. Rates of depression and other severe mental health conditions have become increasingly prevalent among teens—and a modern confluence ...

Vicki had no history of depression but after a few winters ... It involves sitting in front of a specially designed box that emits full-spectrum light with your eyes open. Some people eat, read ...