MDD: Predictors and Protectors

Alkermes launches a phase 2 trial of oral orexin-2 agonist ALKS 7290 to boost antidepressant response in major depressive disorder, assessing safety and symptom relief.

The evidence points toward an overall protective effect in adult cohorts and no increase in completed suicide in younger populations.

This study compared the efficacy and tolerability of the 5 second-generation antipsychotics that are currently FDA approved as adjunctive treatments for adults with MDD.

Real-world data show TRD costs spike during resistant episodes; Compass’ psilocybin COMP360 delivers durable symptom relief through 26 weeks, potentially easing resource strain.

Learn how clinicians tailor antidepressants by diagnosis, symptoms, adverse effects, and next-step strategies for treatment-resistant depression.

Explore major depression subtypes—from melancholic to inflammatory—and how they shape symptoms, biology, and treatment choices for better outcomes.

TRD often mislabels depression; learn why MDD heterogeneity demands tailored treatments and when “difficult-to-treat” fits better.