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Depression viewed differently when thought to be biological

Researchers found that people who believe depression is biologically caused tend to think it is more severe and long-lasting, but are also more optimistic about treatment. Those with a genetic or brain-related perspective on depression are less likely to hold negative attitudes towards individuals with the disorder.

SourceRutgers University·JournalJournal of Mental Health·DateMay 27, 2020

Pregnant women with depression are more than 3 times more likely to use cannabis

A new study by Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health found that pregnant women with depression are more than 3 times more likely to use cannabis. The study, based on nationally representative data, also revealed that depression increases vulnerability to cannabis use even among those who perceive substantial risk.

SourceColumbia University's Mailman School of Public Health·JournalDrug and Alcohol Dependence·DateMar 3, 2020

Maternal depression on rise in poor countries

A study by Flinders University found rising levels of reported antenatal depression in low and middle-income countries. Antenatal depression is associated with increased risk of preterm birth and low birth weight, highlighting the need for more services, particularly in low-income economies.

SourceFlinders University·JournalPLOS ONE·DateJan 21, 2020

New tool assesses risk of depression in adolescence

Researchers developed a predictive tool to identify adolescents at high risk of depression in young adulthood using data from Brazilian adolescents. The tool demonstrated strong performance in Brazil but weaker results in UK and New Zealand samples due to differences in diagnostic measures, highlighting the need for local adaptation.

SourceKing's College London·JournalJournal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry·DateJan 21, 2020

Study reveals rapid increases in cannabis use among individuals with depression

Research suggests a significant increase in cannabis use among individuals with depression over the past decade. The prevalence of cannabis use was approximately twice as common among those with depression compared to those without it. Daily cannabis use was also more common among those with depression, particularly young adults.

Study debunks 'depression genes' hypotheses

A new University of Colorado Boulder study found that the 18 most highly-studied candidate genes for depression are no more associated with it than randomly chosen genes. The research suggests that depression is influenced by many variants, each having a miniscule effect, and challenges previous 'candidate gene hypotheses',

SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalAmerican Journal of Psychiatry·DateApr 2, 2019

Depression increases risk of death in older adults

A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that depression symptoms are linked to an increased risk of death in older adults. The research suggests that heart disease and stroke may play a role in this connection, but preventing heart disease is not enough to prevent or delay death.

SourceAmerican Geriatrics Society·JournalJournal of the American Geriatrics Society·DateFeb 5, 2019