Health & BiologyThe Brain’s Ability to Change and Its Role in Depression
Depression has affected humans for hundreds of years. Symptoms can include persistent feelings
of sadness, sleep disturbances, anxiety, and a loss of interest in social activities. Science doesn’t
yet fully understand the causes and effects, but here’s what we do know: the brain is a powerful
organ, and it is capable of change. Made up of a wide network of connections, it relies on
chemicals, electrical impulses, and billions of neurons. Let’s explore how brain science
By Miranda AnastasiaFeb 2, 2026