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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Depression.lv website is visited daily by several hundred people

The website depression.lv reports over 450 daily visitors seeking help for mental health issues, with concerning statistics on depression and anxiety among test takers.

Feb 26 • 10:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Optimistic Day Does Not Encourage Optimism: Three Signs That Emotional State Has Crossed the Line

A new report reveals alarming international statistics on mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, highlighting a growing recognition of these problems among individuals seeking help.

Feb 26 • 08:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Americans are leaving the United States at record rates – net population outflow for the first time in nearly a century

For the first time since the Great Depression, the United States recorded a net negative immigration, with more people leaving than entering the country in 2025.

Feb 26 • 05:15 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'I wasn't feeling very well' Estrella Veloz recalls hospitalization of Héctor Zamorano, former student of 'La Academia'

Estrella Veloz reflects on the hospitalization and passing of her friend and former 'La Academia' classmate, Héctor Zamorano, due to chronic illness and depression.

Feb 26 • 02:36 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Researchers debunk the screen time myth about youth

A study conducted by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health and the University of Manchester found no link between screen time and the development of anxiety or depression among teenagers.

Feb 25 • 15:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Kurt Cobain's horror final days from near-death overdose to rehab intervention

Kurt Cobain, the influential frontman of Nirvana, faced severe struggles with depression and substance abuse, culminating in his tragic death in 1994, which has recently been re-examined by independent forensic experts suggesting potential homicide.

Feb 25 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Well-Being #339: Physical activity for depression and anxiety: understand how exercise can improve mental health

A podcast episode discusses a study showing that exercise can effectively reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, comparable to medication and therapy.

Feb 25 • 13:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Ayahuasca psychedelic DMT shows promise as depression therapy

A study indicates that DMT, a key component of the psychedelic ayahuasca, may effectively reduce depression symptoms in patients.

Feb 25 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Walker Evans, the Photographer of the Everyday and the Vulgar Arrives at KBr in Barcelona

The exhibition of Walker Evans, focusing on his portrayal of everyday life and the marginalized, opens at KBr in Barcelona.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Electrician disappears after fleeing from hospital where he was hospitalized in the interior of SP

An electrician named Alex Rodrigo Nascimento has gone missing after escaping from a hospital in Araras, São Paulo, where he was receiving treatment for severe depression.

Feb 25 • 03:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

He Suffered from a Chronic Illness: This is How the Last Days of Héctor Zamorano, a Former Student of 'La Academia', Were

Mexican singer Héctor Zamorano passed away at the age of 47 in Veracruz, after battling chronic illness and depression.

Feb 25 • 03:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Consuming this 50p spice for 14 days could help with arthritis and depression

Experts suggest that turmeric, a spice costing around 50p, could alleviate arthritis symptoms and enhance mood when consumed daily for 14 days.

Feb 25 • 03:01 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Canadian invention: Pablum, Canada’s cereal superstar

The article discusses the invention of Pablum, a baby food developed in Canada during the Great Depression that became a staple in infant nutrition.

Feb 25 • 01:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Who was Héctor Zamorano, the first eliminated in the history of 'La Academia'?

Héctor Zamorano, the first contestant eliminated from Mexico's 'La Academia' reality show in 2002, has died in Veracruz, highlighting his struggles with health and personal battles over the years.

Feb 24 • 22:55 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

New method to ease brain habits reduces stress and may help prevent depression

A research team from Toyama University has developed a new method to ease 'brain habits' that approach memory, showing potential effectiveness in reducing stress and preventing depressive disorders.

Feb 24 • 22:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Héctor Zamorano, from the first generation of 'La Academia', dies at 47; suffered from 'chronic illness'

Héctor Zamorano, a participant from the first generation of 'La Academia', has passed away at the age of 47 due to a chronic illness and was also battling depression.

Feb 24 • 20:06 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Pilaitė is buzzing: the reclaimed 'depression' is again in danger – plots are being replanned, a neighborhood will be nearby

Residents of PilaitÄ— are fighting to preserve a green zone threatened by redevelopment plans.

Feb 24 • 18:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fiona Phillips husband's heartbreaking update saying she's no longer 'fearless' but 'frightened'

Fiona Phillips' husband Martin Frizell has shared a distressing update about her declining health due to Alzheimer's and chronic depression, revealing she has grown fearful regarding her condition.

Feb 24 • 17:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fiona Phillips' husband says there has been major change in her condition

Fiona Phillips' husband discusses significant changes in her mental health as she copes with Alzheimer's disease.

Feb 24 • 13:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

He was a champion, suffered severe depression, and dared to make an unexpected turn: the life of Claudio Husaín filled with grit

Claudio Husaín, a former champion player, faced severe depression after retiring but has since reinvented himself on MasterChef Celebrity.

Feb 24 • 12:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Baby blues and postpartum depression: understand the differences and warning signs of disorders that can arise after pregnancy

This article discusses the differences between baby blues and postpartum depression, particularly in the context of a tragic incident involving a mother in Brazil.

Feb 24 • 10:07 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

National Day of Fighting Depression: Beware of Destructive Distress

February 23 marks the National Day of Fighting Depression in Poland, highlighting the impact of mental distress on the workforce.

Feb 23 • 16:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The head of meteorology of the Valencian autonomous channel dismantles the PP's thesis on the DANA: "It was known since Friday"

Victoria Roselló, head of meteorology at the Valencian channel À Punt, claims that warnings about the devastating DANA (Depression at Altitude) were issued well in advance, contradicting the PP's narrative after the tragedy.

Feb 23 • 15:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Famous journalist on dark thoughts and battles fought. "Statistics in Poland are frightening"

Tomasz Sekielski shares his personal struggles with depression, highlighting the alarming mental health statistics in Poland and the impact of his wife's own battle with the condition.

Feb 23 • 09:34 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Jacek Nizinkiewicz: Depression is everyone's disease. Politicians are no exception

The article discusses the pervasive issue of depression, highlighting that it affects everyone, including politicians, and emphasizes the stigma that prevents individuals from acknowledging their mental health struggles.

Feb 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Jacek Nizinkiewicz: The Politician's Depression. The Illness Affected Not Only Szymon Hołownia

The article discusses the issue of depression among politicians, highlighting the fact that many may suffer in silence due to stigma and the pressures of their roles.

Feb 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A common hobby surprised even researchers: It can prevent depression and memory problems

Research indicates that choir singing is linked to improved brain structure and function, helping to reduce symptoms of depression and enhance life quality among adults aged 20 to 90.

Feb 23 • 08:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Sociologist warns of a major problem: We are economically growing, but another crisis threatens us

A sociologist warns that while the Czech economy is improving, the mental well-being of its population is deteriorating.

Feb 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Darvish Saved Me from Social Withdrawal: 'Amazing' Becomes a Vital Force for Living

A man reflects on how a message from baseball player Yu Darvish helped him recover from severe depression and social withdrawal.

Feb 23 • 02:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How does repentance heal us from depression?

The article discusses how the act of repentance can be a pathway to mental peace and recovery from depression.

Feb 22 • 16:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Post-Olympic Depression: "Many athletes fall into a hole after the Olympic Games"

The article discusses the phenomenon of Post-Olympic Depression experienced by athletes after the Olympics end, as explained by sports psychologist Moritz Anderten.

Feb 22 • 13:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Today on TV: The movie whose main star tragically died soon after its release

The article discusses the enduring impact of the 1976 film 'Network' and its relevance in today's society, particularly in light of its themes of media, depression, and sensationalism.

Feb 22 • 10:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

A strong eastern wind accompanies a deep depression today

A strong eastern wind is expected today in Iceland, accompanied by a significant drop in temperature and warnings for inclement weather in certain regions.

Feb 22 • 08:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Study reveals how menopause affects women's brain, cognition, and mental health

A study indicates that menopause reduces gray matter volume and may exacerbate anxiety and depression in women.

Feb 22 • 07:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

After the Moon, a Hard Fall: Unknown and Overlooked Stories of Twelve Famous Astronauts

The article discusses the post-moon landing struggles faced by twelve astronauts, emphasizing their battles with depression, spiritual awakenings, and other challenges they encountered after returning to Earth.

Feb 22 • 05:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Mother arrested for infanticide after baby's death in a river in the interior of SP will undergo psychiatric treatment

A mother has been arrested in Brazil for infanticide after her newborn baby was found dead in a river, and she is set to receive psychiatric treatment.

Feb 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Residents in Conservative Areas Show Higher Suicide Risk Due to Gender Norms

A study reveals that elderly individuals in conservative areas of Japan are significantly affected by gender norms, leading to higher rates of depression and suicidal thoughts.

Feb 21 • 06:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bolsonaro's Defense Requests Moraes to Authorize Treatment for Hiccups and Anxiety

Jair Bolsonaro's defense has requested the Brazilian Supreme Court to permit a psychologist to provide treatment for his hiccups, anxiety, and depression at a military police battalion in Brasília.

Feb 20 • 21:16 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

People in Tehran in Mass Depression. I Hope to Hear About American Strikes

Protests erupted in Tehran as a woman expressed her dissent against the government, highlighting a divide in public sentiment.

Feb 20 • 11:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police investigate whether mother arrested after death of baby found in river suffered from postpartum depression

The police are investigating if Amanda Christina Batista Rodrigero, arrested after her newborn daughter's body was found in a river, suffered from postpartum depression.

Feb 20 • 10:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Exercise can be as effective as medication and therapy for depression and anxiety, study reveals

A recent study indicates that physical exercise may be as effective as medications and psychotherapy for treating depression and anxiety.

Feb 20 • 07:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Lil Poppa dead: Rapper dies aged 25 as tributes pour in for 'one of the best'

Rapper Lil Poppa has died at the age of 25, prompting heartfelt tributes from fans and fellow artists.

Feb 19 • 20:25 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Single dose of powerful psychedelic cuts depression symptoms in clinical study

A clinical study demonstrates that a single dose of the psychedelic DMT significantly alleviates symptoms of major depressive disorder compared to a placebo.

Feb 19 • 16:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Discover business models competing in the psychedelic market

Companies Cybin/Helus from Canada and Compass Pathways from the UK have reported promising data about psychedelics for depression.

Feb 19 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

How depression and anxiety increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases

A new study reinforces the established link between mental disorders such as depression and anxiety and the increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, highlighting biological mechanisms involved.

Feb 18 • 19:58 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Berlinale Favorite: The Last Days of Love

Juliette Binoche stars in Lance Hammer's film "Queen at Sea," which is a frontrunner for the Golden Bear at the Berlinale.

Feb 18 • 17:05 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

That time three Manitoba MPs became Canada’s first Olympic curling champions

Three Manitoba MPs made history as Canada’s first Olympic curling champions at the 1932 Lake Placid Olympics during a tumultuous period marked by the Great Depression.

Feb 18 • 16:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Women suffering from this common mental disorder twice as often – why?

A study reveals that women are almost twice as likely to suffer from depression compared to men, highlighting a complex issue that researchers have been trying to understand for decades.

Feb 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Amber Glenn like Malinin, one wrong jump and tears on the track: from the darkness of depression to the courage of coming out, who is the USA star of figure skating

Amber Glenn, a prominent American figure skater, faced an emotional moment during her Olympic short program performance, expressing her struggles with pressure and her journey through depression.

Feb 18 • 11:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Admit Card Not Granted Due to Fees, Student Depressed for Not Taking Exam

A student in Uttar Pradesh faced severe anxiety and depression after a private school withheld his admit card due to unpaid fees, preventing him from taking his board exams.

Feb 18 • 08:14 UTC

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