Depression

Most other compounds undergoing clinical trials target testosterone, which can lead to depression, higher low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels, and weight gains.

Thirty minutes of day of movement, such as walking, can help break the cycle of inflammation that causes symptoms even 6 months later.

The commission “Time for United Action on Depression,” authored by 25 experts from 11 countries, seeks to unify global efforts among governments, health care providers, researchers, people living with depression, and their families to improve care and prevention, fill knowledge gaps, and increase awareness.

In a phase 3 study, there were clinically and statistically significant changes observed from baseline to week 6 in the Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) total score for patients treated with cariprazine at 1.5 mg/day versus the placebo.