Major depressive disorder is a debilitating condition that impacts around 5% of adults worldwide. While doctors commonly prescribe antidepressants to patients, it has several side effects and might ...

As the winter approaches, days get shorter, the weather turns colder, and the world seems just a little bleaker. While some people embrace this season — or even thrive in it — many others experience a ...

What Is Therapeutic Light Therapy? Therapeutic light therapy, also called phototherapy, is a form of treatment for certain types of depression, sleep disorders, and other conditions. It involves ...

In "Blinded by the Light," Bruce Springsteen sings, "Mama always told me not to look into the sights of the sun. But Mama, that's where the fun is." In many ways, Springsteen is right. A new study ...

Light does more than illuminate surroundings—it directly interacts with the brain. Professor Sean Cain from Flinders University said: “Light does something even more profound than help us see. It sets ...

While this time of year is full of social engagements and holiday cheer for many, it is also the darkest and coldest time of the year, especially for those living in northern latitudes. While most ...

Have you noticed you're sleeping a little longer? Maybe you're experiencing a shift in appetite — craving more sweets or pasta. In autumn, our bodies sense the change in light as the dark winter ...

People struggling with symptoms of depression are less likely to perceive themselves as active initiators of their activities ...