Major depressive disorder is a common mental disorder that can be complex, with treatment options such as therapy and medication working effectively for some, but not for everyone. Some alternative treatments for this disorder are brain stimulation therapies, such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and a newer therapy in development called magnetic seizure therapy (MST). Researchers from NIMH's Intramural Research Program and other NIMH-funded researchers compared the neurocognitive effects of MST and ECT in a study involving 73 participants with severe major depressive disorder. For the MST group, they found the following results for up to 72 hours after treatment: 🧠 Improvement in fine motor skills. 🧠 Improvement or no significant change in executive function, attention, verbal learning and memory. 🧠 Less memory impairment compared to those who underwent ECT. Read more about this study: https://lnkd.in/e-t-RtdA. #depression #depressionresearch
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The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders. NIMH is one of the 27 Institutes and Centers that make up the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the nation’s medical research agency. NIH is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). NIMH's mission is to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for prevention, recovery, and cure. Visit: www.nimh.nih.gov NIMH's Privacy Notice: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/site-info/privacy-notice.shtml
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Explore our updated health topic pages! As the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders, NIMH provides basic information on mental disorders, the latest research, clinical trial opportunities, and additional resources. https://go.nih.gov/Gu6VsRE
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Dr. Sarah Hollingsworth “Holly” Lisanby, a trailblazer in neuromodulation and mental health research, will join Arizona State University as the Founding Dean of the new School of Medicine and Advanced Medical Engineering this April after nearly a decade at NIMH. Since 2015, Dr. Lisanby has been instrumental at NIMH, leading the Division of Translational Research and pioneering advancements in noninvasive neuromodulation, computational psychiatry, and neurotherapeutics. Her leadership has shaped national research priorities and driven transformative collaborations between extramural and intramural programs. Dr. Lisanby’s dedication to innovative mental health research and translational science will leave a lasting legacy at NIMH. While she will be greatly missed, we look forward to seeing the impact she will make in her next chapter at ASU! https://go.nih.gov/FhXW7c8
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Common types of eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, and avoidant restrictive food intake disorder. To learn more about each of these disorders, check out our brochure: https://go.nih.gov/XCZRmB0 #EDAW #shareNIMH
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Eating disorders are serious illnesses, and the way we talk about them matters. Here are some facts you can use to help shape the conversation around eating disorders. https://go.nih.gov/x2fqBsv #EDAW #shareNIMH
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Eating Disorders Awareness Week is from February 24 to March 2. Help NIMH raise awareness about eating disorders, which are serious and often fatal illnesses, by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Share science. Share hope. https://go.nih.gov/BM9TXnS. #EDAW #shareNIMH
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When disaster strikes, it's common to feel anxious and overwhelmed. Be prepared. The Disaster Distress Helpline offers 24/7 emotional support to help you cope. Help is just a call or text away. 1-800-985-5990 We're here for you. http://samhsa.gov/DDH #LAFires #California
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Integrating depression treatment into care for chronic conditions like HIV and diabetes significantly improved the well-being of patients and their families, according to an NIMH-funded study in Malawi. Learn more about the study findings: https://go.nih.gov/HMq6vLm
Integrated Care for Depression Yields Extended Benefits, Malawi Study Shows
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Register for the NIH HEAL Workshop on Health Economics Research! 📅 When: Friday, February 14, 2025 | 10:00 a.m.–3:45 p.m. ET 📍 Where: Virtual | Open to the public This workshop, hosted by the NIH HEAL Initiative, NIDA, and NIMH, focuses on advancing health economics research to address the needs of individuals with serious mental illness, substance use disorder (SUD), and comorbid conditions. The event brings together researchers, policymakers, advocacy organizations, health providers, and individuals with lived experience to collaborate on cost-effective, quality care solutions. 👉 Register now: https://go.nih.gov/jNcFrmH
HEAL Workshop: Health Economics Research to Address the Needs of Those With Serious Mental Illness, Substance Use Disorder, and Comorbid Conditions
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A traumatic event is a shocking, scary, or dangerous experience that can affect someone emotionally and physically. Traumatic events can include experiences such as natural disasters. Learn what you can do to cope after a traumatic event and how to find help: https://go.nih.gov/wegYCgN
Coping With Traumatic Events
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