One of the key features of depression is the lack of motivation to do things that you know you should really do. For example, you may think that you don't have the motivation to exercise, or spend ...

Individuals who have experienced depression in the past are often at a higher risk of experiencing another depressive episode. Despite improvements in mood after recovery from depression, they ...

If you struggle with depression, you probably know how heavy it can feel, as if an invisible weight is pulling you down. One of the most painful ironies of depression is that it often drains people of ...

A study from Emory University suggests that levodopa, a medication that increases dopamine levels in the brain, may help treat individuals with depression who experience motivational impairments due ...

Many of us will recognize being in a situation where it’s really hard to get started on a task—whether it’s making a difficult phone call or preparing a presentation that’s stressful just to think ...

Motivation deficits in schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, and bipolar disorder impair functional outcomes, including work performance, educational engagement, and interpersonal relationships.

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New research suggests inflammation may play a bigger role in depression than previously thought—and it could change future ...

Anxiety and depression can look very different from one person to another. While some people are open to sharing their struggles, others may prefer not to. Reggie Galindo is a Stockton native who uses ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Holidays are a joyful time for many, but for others, heavy depression is a real, serious illness that ...

Philadelphia, May 1, 2025 – New research shows that individuals who have recovered from depression are generally less willing to exert effort to pursue potential rewards compared to those who have ...