Innovations in the Treatment for Depression and Anxiety
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Mental Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 165
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are very delighted to cordially invite you to contribute to our upcoming Special Issue titled “Innovations in the Treatment for Depression and Anxiety”, which seeks to address some of the most exciting and pressing challenges in the management of these widespread mental health conditions.
Depression and anxiety continue to impose significant burdens on individuals and families, as well as healthcare and socioeconomic systems worldwide. Despite advances in understanding their underlying mechanisms, clinical manifestations, and treatments, insufficient symptom relief and the need for more personalized and accessible care remain critical issues. This Special Issue aims to explore novel approaches and interdisciplinary strategies that hold promise for overcoming these barriers.
We welcome submissions covering a broad range of topics, including advancements in pharmacological treatments, neuromodulation techniques, digital and telehealth interventions, psychotherapeutic innovations, and integrated care models. Studies investigating biomarkers, neurobiological underpinnings, and precision medicine approaches are also highly encouraged. Research focusing on underserved populations, comorbidities, and scalable treatment options will provide valuable insights for real-world applications.
This Special Issue aims to foster collaboration among researchers and clinicians, driving the translation of emerging findings into practical treatments that will improve patient outcomes.
We encourage you to submit original research articles and reviews that contribute to this critical and dynamic field.
We look forward to your valuable contributions and the opportunity to advance the future of mental healthcare together.
With my very best wishes, many thanks and kindest regards from Vienna.
Dr. Lucie Bartova
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- depression
- anxiety
- antidepressant
- anxiolytic
- psychopharmacotherapy
- psychotherapy
- brain stimulation
- treatment
- response
- resistance
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