Depression Linked to Immune Pathways Opens New Treatment Direction

Emerging research suggests shared inflammatory biology between depression and skin diseases may guide targeted therapies

New studies indicate that a subset of major depressive disorder may be driven by immune system dysregulation similar to atopic dermatitis, raising the possibility that targeted anti-inflammatory treatments could complement or reshape current approaches.

Study Details

A multidisciplinary research effort led by Helen He, MD, at the Icahn School of Medicine …