depression
“Depression sits at the desk in companies”
Mr. Neuzerling, last year more than 60 percent of German employees said they were afraid of burnout. You are an expert on stress-related mental illnesses. What have you observed: Is work making us increasingly ill?Not necessarily, but work-related stress can cause strong physical and emotional reactions over time. We all react to negative aspects of […]
Smartphones are not necessarily the cause of depression and anxiety
Young people are suffering from poor mental health and social networks are to blame: those who, like the American social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, see these technologies as the main problem are making it too easy for themselves. Many things appear different in social networks than in the real world. A young woman with her smartphone. […]
Obesity and depression: Doctors find genetic connection – Genetic defect causes obesity and postpartum depression
Two diseases, one cause: Changes in the so-called TRPC5 gene can cause obesity and depression in mothers after birth, as doctors have discovered. Both diseases are therefore caused by neurological disorders in the brain that are caused by this genetic defect. Gene therapy or drug treatments could provide relief in both cases in the future. […]
Combat depression via app with online therapy
Online therapy programs have been available on prescription in Germany since 2020. Free of charge for patients with statutory health insurance. The “app on prescription” should be available in Austria this year. Sarah is not feeling well. The 27-year-old’s mental state has worsened with the corona pandemic. Her part-time job in the catering industry is […]
Six forms of depression identified – Mental illness manifests itself in different biotypes
Neuronal differences: Depression is not the same as depression – there are apparently at least six different subtypes, as researchers have discovered. These biotypes can be identified using brain scans. Because they are based on different functional disorders, not all of them respond to common antidepressants. In the future, brain scans could make diagnosis easier […]
Depression and anxiety among students: Kiel students help | NDR.de – News
Status: 29.05.2024 05:00 a.m. A team of 35 psychology students from Kiel offers workshops on mental health in schools. Their goal is to destigmatize mental disorders and show students where they can find help when they are not feeling well. by Lisa Pandelaki Toleen Nachtigall only completed her high school diploma last year at the […]
Germany Depression Barometer: Getting a job with depression
Is your colleague often sad, even though there is no obvious reason for it? Does your colleague seem unfocused and far away in his or her thoughts? Mental illnesses, especially depression, are widespread in the modern, fast-paced world of work and pose major challenges for teams and managers. They can only provide support if they […]
Depression or burnout? Incorrect diagnosis can be extremely dangerous
Berlin. Depression and burnout sometimes have similar symptoms. But distinguishing between the two diagnoses is crucial for treatment. Restlessness, exhaustion, listlessness, sleep disorders – these symptoms can occur with both depression and burnout. It is therefore often difficult to differentiate between the two diagnoses. With the right knowledge, you can keep it too overview about […]
As a couple against loneliness and depression
Online intervention helps to promote social skills and reduce psychological problems Mental health issues, loneliness and polarization are increasing rapidly, especially after the Covid19 pandemic. A new large-scale research study, the CovSocial project led by Tania Singer of the Max Planck Society, is helping people reconnect with themselves, others and society at large. Recent results […]
As a couple against loneliness and depression
Online intervention helps to promote social skills and reduce psychological problems Mental health issues, loneliness and polarization are increasing rapidly, especially after the Covid19 pandemic. A new large-scale research study, the CovSocial project led by Tania Singer of the Max Planck Society, is helping people reconnect with themselves, others and society at large. Recent results […]