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“Dampening of the default mode network in the brain may also play a role in the anti-depressive effect. The default mode network is involved in rumination, a significant component of depression that some studies have linked to inflammation.”

“An earlier randomized trial found that one session of whole-body hyperthermia reduced Hamilton Depression Rating Scale scores compared with a sham condition over six weeks. Traditional Finnish sauna studies associate frequent sauna use with lower cardiovascular and all-cause mortality in observational cohorts.”

“Teasing out the mechanisms by which psychedelics and meditation elicit their beneficial effects on the brain has proven challenging, however. In this clip, Dr. Roland Griffiths discusses similarities in the effects of psilocybin and meditation on the brain and their potential usefulness in treating depression.”

“Dr. Patrick treats exercise as a powerful treatment or adjunct while recognizing that severe depression can require professional care and medication. This clip is excerpted, with permission, from Dr. Rhonda Patrick's appearance on The Rich Roll Podcast.”

“Exposure to the cold has been shown to increase norepinephrine, which is useful in the treatment of ADHD and depression. Wim Hof's breathing techniques increase epinephrine, which drives anti-inflammatory responses and contributes to pain relief.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick and Mayim Bialik discuss exercise for depression, acute BDNF responses, and practical ways to raise intensity.

“A total of 81.3% of participants completed at least 4 whole body hyperthermia sessions, though the time commitment led to some dropouts, prompting a mid-study shift to fewer sessions. The results suggest that sauna-based whole body hyperthermia, when paired with CBT, may offer significant benefits for depression.”

“Major depressive disorder is characterized by altered sleep and appetite, fatigue, sadness, and feelings of guilt or low self-worth. Although pharmaceutical treatments for depression are available, many people with depression do not respond to the medications.”

“Roughly a third of people who have depression fail to respond to antidepressant drugs. Findings from a clinical trial suggest that hyperthermic baths may reduce some of the symptoms associated with depression.”

“The authors speculated that peripheral tissues may play a significant role in the origins of this disorder. Experiments involving peripheral infusion of BDNF in rodents have reduced behaviors associated with depression and anxiety.”