DEPRESSION DISORDERS

This study tested whether taking part in art activities like theatre, dance, visual arts, music, or cinema can improve mental health. 541 adults with psychiatric diagnoses were randomly assigned to either an art program or a waitlist. Researchers measured changes in depression an…

This study tested whether taking a 15-20 minute power nap each day for six weeks could improve sleep quality, reduce depression symptoms, and lower stress in healthy workers. Forty volunteers, including both daytime and shift workers, participated. Researchers measured changes us…

This study tested a 4-week movement program called Dance-Walk in 117 adults seeking mental health support. Participants either started the program right away or waited. The goal was to see if combining dance and walking could improve body awareness, energy, and reduce stress, anx…

This study looked at how children ages 8 to 17 use smartphones and tablets, including social media and games, and how that relates to their mental health, sleep, and physical activity. Over 900 children and their parents used the Aura app and completed surveys for three months. T…

This completed study surveyed 3,100 adults in Slovakia to find out how many people have mental disorders like depression, anxiety, PTSD, or addiction. Researchers used a standard interview tool to measure current and lifetime rates, and looked at who gets help and who doesn't. Th…