Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Major Depressive Disorder affects 13% of the population of the U.S. and is the leading cause of disability in patients aged 15-44.

Show Notes

Major Depressive Disorder is typically treated by anti-depressants and with psychotherapy, but there are challenges with these treatments including relapse and side-effects. The study reviewed in this podcast looks at trans-cranial laser therapy, from childhood through elderliness, by simulating how dosage and wavelengths affect trans-cranial photobiomodulation, for treatment of various neuropsychiatric disorders such as MDD, addiction, anxiety, and more.

Study mentioned in this episode:

Transcranial photobiomodulation with near-infrared light from childhood to elderliness: simulation of dosimetry.

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