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Poor air quality increases depression risk • Apr. 5, 2025, 5:56 AM ET (The Hill)

MRI scans show dynamic brain patterns linked to depression progression • Apr. 1, 2025, 1:39 AM ET (Medical Xpress)

Night owls may have higher risk of depression, researchers say • Mar. 25, 2025, 1:14 AM ET (CBS)

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