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Don’t Ignore the Winter Blues, It Could Be Seasonal Depression

1 month ago
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Summary: As daylight fades, many experience fatigue or low mood—but for millions, these symptoms signal seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a serious form of depression. Reduced sunlight disrupts serotonin, melatonin, and…

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Personality Traits and Social Media’s Influence on Teen Depression

2 years ago
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Summary: Researchers explored how different social media platforms relate to depressive symptoms in teens. The study, involving 237 participants aged 14 to 16, found that personality traits, particularly extraversion, significantly…

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