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This long study followed 246 treatment-seeking women with anorexia or bulimia for about 9 years. Major depression was common and often long-lasting: 70% of those who had depression recovered, but 65% of those who recovered later relapsed. Recovery chances varied by type of eating disorder, and time on antidepressants was…
This meta-analysis combined 32 randomized trials from 25 articles to see if aromatherapy lowers anxiety. It found that both inhalation and massage aromatherapy were linked with lower scores on a common anxiety scale (STAI). The review noted no reported side effects, but said more research is needed on the right…
Researchers followed 108 people with unipolar or bipolar depression who had repeated ketamine infusions (three times weekly over 12 days) and then were observed for 9 months. Depression symptoms and overall function were measured with the PHQ‑9 and the GAF. Seventy‑one people (65.7%) completed the full 9‑month follow‑up. At month…
This systematic review looked at 22 trials (searched up to December 2018) that combined physical activity with psychotherapy to improve mental health and well‑being. Overall, combined programs tended to produce better psychological outcomes than usual care, and many studies found similar benefits from physical activity alone. However, study methods varied…
