Long period of financial problems, leading to lower living standards. The Great Depression of the 1930s affected many countries around the world.
Depression may be described as feeling sad, blue, unhappy, miserable, or down in the dumps. Most of us feel this way at one time or another for short periods.
Clinical depression is a mood disorder in which feelings of sadness, loss, anger, or frustration interfere with everyday life for an extended period of time.
See also:
Alternative NamesBlues; Gloom; Sadness; Melancholy
ConsiderationsSymptoms of depression include:
Low self-esteem is common with depression. So are sudden bursts of anger and lack of pleasure from activities that normally make you happy, including sex.
Depressed children may not have the classic symptoms of adult depression. Watch especially for changes in school performance, sleep, and behavior. If you wonder whether your child might be depressed, it's worth bringing to a doctor's attention.
The main types of depression include:
Other common forms of depression include:
Depression may also alternate with mania (known as manic depression or Bipolar disorder).
Depression may be more common in women than men, although it is possible this is because women tend to seek help for it more. Depression is also especially common during the teen years.
Common CausesDepression often runs in families. This may due to your genes (inherited), learned behavior, or both. Even if your genes make you more likely to develop depression, a stressful or unhappy life event usually triggers the onset of a depressive episode.
A number of factors can cause depression, including:
If you are depressed for 2 weeks or longer, you should contact your doctor, who can offer treatment options. Regardless of the type and severity of your depression, the following self-care steps can help:
If your depression occurs in the fall or winter months, try light therapy using a special lamp that mimics the sun.
If you have moderate to severe depression, the most effective treatment plan will likely involve a combination of talk therapy, lifestyle changes, and medication.
Call your health care provider ifCall 911, a suicide hotline, or go to a nearby emergency room if you have thoughts of harming yourself or others.
Call your doctor if:
A complete history, a psychiatric interview, and a physical examination will be performed to try to classify your depression as mild, moderate, or severe and to see if there is an underlying, treatable cause (such as alcohol abuse or an underactive thyroid). Hospitalization is usually recommended if suicide seems possible.
Expect some exploration of the issues and events associated with your feelings of depression. Your doctor will ask you about:
Treatment will vary according to the cause and severity of your depressive symptoms, as well as your personal preference. For mild depression, counseling and self-care measures without medication may be enough. The most effective therapy for moderate or severe depression is a combination of antidepressant medication and psychotherapy (talk therapy).
Your primary care doctor may refer you to a psychiatrist if your depression is moderate to severe, or if it does not improve with initial treatment.
For more treatment information, see: Major depression
PreventionHealthy lifestyle habits can help prevent depression, or lessen the chances of it happening again. Talk therapy and antidepressant medication can also lower the likelihood of your becoming depressed again.
Talk therapy may help you through times of grief, stress, or low mood. Family therapy may be particularly important for teens who feel blue.
Maintaining connections to others is particularly important in preventing depression.
ReferencesFava M, Cassano P. Mood disorders: Major depressive disorder and dysthymic disorder. In: Stern TA, Rosenbaum JF, Fava M, Biederman J, Rauch SL, eds. Massachusetts General Hospital Comprehensive Clinical Psychiatry. 1st ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2008:chap 29.
American Psychiatric Association. Practice guidelines for the treatment of patients with major depressive disorder. 2nd ed. September 2007.
Depression is a common mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities. It can impact how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, and may lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. Treatment options typically include therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes.
Depression may be described as feeling sad, blue, unhappy, miserable, or down in the dumps. Most of us feel this way at one time or another for short periods.
Clinical depression is a mood disorder in which feelings of sadness, loss, anger, or frustration interfere with everyday life for a longer period of time.
For more information on the symptoms and treatment of depression, see:
Alternative NamesBlues; Gloom; Sadness; Melancholy
ConsiderationsSymptoms of depression include:
Low self-esteem is common with depression. It is also common to have sudden bursts of anger and a lack of pleasure from activities that normally make you happy, including sex.
Depressed children may not have the same symptoms as adult depression. Watch for changes in school work, sleep, and behavior. If you wonder whether your child might be depressed, it's worth talking to a health care provider.
The main types of depression include:
Other common forms of depression include:
Depression may also alternate with mania (known as manic depression or bipolar disorder).
Depression may be more common in women than men. This may be because women tend to seek help for it more. Depression is also more common during the teenage years.
Common CausesDepression often runs in families. This may be due to your genes (inherited), behaviors you learn at home, or both. Even if your genes make you more likely to develop depression, a stressful or unhappy life event usually triggers the depression.
Many factors can cause depression, including:
If you are depressed for 2 weeks or longer, contact your doctor or other health professional before your symptoms get worse.
No matter what type of depression you have and how severe it is, the following self-care steps can help:
If your depression occurs in the fall or winter months, try light therapy using a special lamp that is like sunlight.
If you have moderate to severe depression, the most effective treatment plan will likely involve a combination of talk therapy, lifestyle changes, and medication.
Call your health care provider ifCall 911, a suicide hotline, or go to a nearby emergency room if you have thoughts of harming yourself or others.
Call your doctor if:
Your health care will find out how severe your depression is (mild, moderate, or severe) and look for the cause by doing a:
If there is a risk of suicide, you may need to stay in the hospital for treatment.
You will talk with the health care provider about the issues and events that may be causing your depression. Your doctor will ask you about:
Treatment will depend on your symptoms. For mild depression, counseling and self-care may be enough. The most effective therapy for moderate or severe depression is a combination of antidepressant medication and talk therapy.
Your primary care doctor may refer you to a psychiatrist if your depression is moderate to severe, or if it does not improve with treatment.
For more treatment information, see: Major depression
PreventionHealthy lifestyle habits can help prevent depression, and reduce the chances of it coming back. Talk therapy and antidepressant medication can also make you less likely to become depressed again.
Talk therapy may help you through times of grief, stress, or low mood. Family therapy may help teens who feel sad.
Keeping close contact with other people is important for preventing depression.
ReferencesFava M, Cassano P. Mood disorders: Major depressive disorder and dysthymic disorder. In: Stern TA, Rosenbaum JF, Fava M, Biederman J, Rauch SL, eds. Massachusetts General Hospital Comprehensive Clinical Psychiatry. 1st ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2008:chap 29.
American Psychiatric Association. Practice guidelines for the treatment of patients with major depressive disorder. 2nd ed. September 2007.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 03/29/2011
Fred K. Berger, MD, Addiction and Forensic Psychiatrist, Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla, California. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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Depression is a mental health condition that is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and emptiness.
Not sure what you're looking for. Depression is a mental disease/disorder, caused by many different things.
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Depression-screening.org has a good depression screener. Mayoclinc.com has a good depression self-assessment. Where can you find and online depression test? You can find online depression test all over the internet. I would suggest using www.everydayhealth.com/depression.
She struggled to find joy in anything, the weight of depression keeping her trapped in a dark and isolating world.
Depression can be a noun or a verb. As a noun, it refers to a mental health condition or a feeling of severe despondency. As a verb, it can describe the act of pressing something down.
Genetics, family history of depression, and early childhood trauma are three examples of uncontrollable risk factors for depression. These factors can increase an individual's susceptibility to developing depression but cannot be changed or controlled.
Here are some questions to ask about depression: When did you first notice changes in your mood or behavior? How is depression affecting your daily life and relationships? Are you experiencing any physical symptoms along with your emotional ones? Have you considered seeking professional help for your depression?
Depression-screening.org has a good depression screener. Mayoclinc.com has a good depression self-assessment. Where can you find and online depression test? You can find online depression test all over the internet. I would suggest using www.everydayhealth.com/depression.
The Great Depression
Depression is capitalized in phrases such as The Great Depression, but the medical condition and the scientific are not.
The grea depression
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what is an economic depression?
The Great Depression
is a depression
the great depression was characterized by
Ambiguous Question: Specify--- Psychological Depression Geographical Depression Economic Depression
Cone of depression
Uni- one. unipolar depression - this is form of depression without maniacal episode