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There are two main types of clinical depression; Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)and Dysthymia. MDD generally involves more intense symptoms of depression than Dysthymia, however it does not last as long.

There is also Double Depression, which is when a person is afflicted with both MDD and Dysthymia.

Often times, people experience symptoms of depression without being being considerred clinically depressed. In order to be diagnosed with clinical depression, there are many specifications, such as not having suffered a loss recently. The DSM-IV TR goes into more detail, but if you're concerned that you or someone you know is depressed, I'd advise you or them to seek help from a professional. If money is an issue, I'd recommend looking for a free mental health clinic in your area.

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