New Delhi, Nov. 8 -- A prominent psychiatrist says six everyday habits may make depression harder to manage, from drinking alcohol to staying in bed. Dr. Daniel Amen, founder of Amen Clinics in California, outlined the list in an interview with Fox News Digital, published November 8. The advice reflects his clinical view, and some of the evidence he and the report cite is stronger than the rest.

The context is a rise in diagnosed depression. A recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report found that depression among Americans aged 12 and older rose from 8.2% in 2013-2014 to 13.1% in 2021-2023, according to Fox News.

The six habits

Drinking alcohol. Amen said alcohol can bring brief relief, but mood often worsens as its effec...