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Three quarters of people who have taken antidepressants say they were helpful

75% of a sample of nearly 20,000 people who have taken selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) report they found them helpful, finds new research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London.

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 13 Mar 2025

Global study pinpoints genes for depression across ethnicities

Researchers at King's College London and University of Edinburgh have identified new genetic risk factors for depression across all major global populations for the first time, allowing scientists to predict risk of depression regardless of ethnicity.

 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 14 Jan 2025

Researchers compare artificial intelligence ‘ageing clocks’ to predict health and lifespan

Researchers at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London have conducted a comprehensive study to evaluate artificial intelligence based ageing clocks, which predict health and lifespan using data from blood. 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 19 Dec 2024

NIHR Maudsley BRC: A Year in Review 2024

2024 has been a year of remarkable discoveries and innovative advancements in mental health research, showcasing the expertise of NIHR Maudsley BRC researchers.

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 13 Dec 2024

Ancient viral DNA in the human genome linked to multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

New research has revealed a connection between ancient viral DNA embedded in the human genome and the genetic risk for two major diseases that affect the central nervous system.

 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 23 Oct 2024