All About Depression: Symptoms, Types, and Treatments
Introduction Imagine feeling sad or depressed all the time. It would be hard to get out of bed in the morning, and it would be impossible to enjoy life. Depression is a serious condition that can last for months or longer. It has many different symptoms, which are often confusing for people who don’t have depression but may feel like they know someone who does. Depression affects both men and women, but it's more common in women than in men. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), about 18 million Americans suffer from major depression every year that's 5 percent of all adults aged 18 and older! What is depression? Depression is a mood disorder that affects 1 in 10 people at some point in their lives. It can be treated with therapy and medication, but it can also have long-term consequences if left untreated. Depression is different from feeling sad or anxious; instead, the symptoms of depression include a lack of energy and interest in things that you used...