Tag Archives: Depression

A scientific evaluation and meta-analysis on prevalence of and threat components related to despair, nervousness and insomnia in infectious illnesses, together with COVID-19: a name to motion

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Investigating the Results of Auditory and Vibrotactile Rhythmic Sensory Stimulation on Depression: An EEG Pilot Study

Background Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a persistent psychiatric condition and one of the leading causes of global disease burden. In a previous study, we investigated the effects of a five-week intervention consisting of rhythmic gamma frequency (30-70 Hz) vibroacoustic stimulation in 20 patients formally diagnosed with MDD. In that study, the findings suggested a […]

Does Treating Insomnia Assist Stop Depression?

Insomnia and depression are intimately related. The majority of individuals with depression suffer from insomnia, and individuals with insomnia are more likely to develop depression than those without insomnia. For example, insomnia is associated with a twofold greater risk of developing depression in individuals over 60 years of age. Insomnia is very common in the […]