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US Senate passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent, starting 2023

The US Senate on Tuesday passed legislation that would make Daylight Saving Time permanent, consequently ending time switches in the springtime and autumn should the House pass their own version

Long Covid-induced diabetes, depression can be treated by exercise: Study

Though no medically recognized treatment exists for Long Covid, a study suggests that exercise might break cycle of inflammation that develops diabetes and depression months after a person recovers

WHO warns of sharp rise in Covid-induced anxiety, depression worldwide

WHO warned on Wednesday of a sharp increase in the prevalence of anxiety and depression related to the Covid-19 pandemic, caused largely by social isolation, young people and women are the worst hit

14 killed in Tamil Nadu, depression crosses coast near Chennai

In Chennai, flooding transformed several areas into a virtual large water body

Zydus Cadila gets USFDA nod to market depression treatment drug in US

Drug firm Zydus Cadila on Saturday said it has received approval from the US health regulator to market Vortioxetine Tablets, used to treat depression, in the American market.

Rise in anxiety, depression cases during second wave of Covid-19: Experts

The study conducted by a private hospital in Delhi has found that there has been a rise in anxiety and depression cases among the people during the second wave of Covid-19 in April-May

Covid doubled depression, anxiety symptoms in children, youth: Study

Depression and anxiety symptoms have doubled in children and adolescents when compared to pre-pandemic times, according to an alarming study

It has become okay to talk about depression, it's positive: Anderson

England seamer James Anderson feels athletes opening up on their mental health issues in recent years is a positive thing

20% rise in intake of anti-depressants among people since Covid outbreak

Low levels of serotonin in the brain is likely to cause depression whereas high levels of serotonin in the brain are linked with elevated mood

Defying body clock associated with depression, lower wellbeing: Study

People whose sleep pattern goes against their natural body clock are more likely to have depression and lower levels of wellbeing, according to a new study

Burnout, depression soars among Indian healthcare workers in Covid crisis

The number of doctors for every 10,000 people in India has fallen to around nine in 2019 from 12 in 1991, according to data on World Health Organization's website.

Thailand warns of flash floods as tropical depression Etau makes landfall

At Samila Beach in Songkhla province, officials raised yellow flags, to warn tourists that swimming in the sea could put them at risk

Here's why depression, anxiety are diagnosed more in women than men

Social and gender inequalities are common practice among the health practitioners which have resulted in women being more frequently diagnosed with depression and anxiety than men, argue researchers

It's been tougher since retirement: Johnson on battle with depression

Former Australia pacer Mitchell Johnson has revealed that he battled with depression both during and after his cricket career.

Depression over Bay of Bengal moving away, no heavy rain during Durga Puja

Light to moderate rain is likely in isolated pockets, it said

Depression to suicide: India battles mental health crisis amid Covid-19

Though there are no exact figures, the anecdotal evidence of people choosing to end their lives is mounting

Mental health start-ups capitalise on pandemic-led demand for services

Many are discovering new revenue streams by adopting a digital-first approach and fostering ties with corporate clients to roll out customised solutions

India's patchy mental healthcare system failing to deliver during pandemic

Past pandemics led to worsening mental health issues and an increase in suicides, according to studies

It's hard to admit we're lonely. Here are signs and how to manage them

So what are the signs of loneliness? And how can we recognise these signs and therefore manage them?

Covid-19 impact: 50% of global youth depressed, 17% out of jobs, says ILO

The ILO survey aimed to capture the immediate effects of the pandemic on the lives of youths (aged 18 to 29 years) with regard to employment, education, mental health, rights and social activism