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[–] davel@lemmy.ml 7 points 2 days ago

Using sophisticated brain imaging techniques, the team observed that cells from individuals suffering from depression exhibited elevated ATP production at rest compared to healthy participants. However, when subjected to increased energy demands, these cells showed a diminished ability to raise ATP levels further.

So we were right all along: never leaving the bed again is the answer.