Depression Is Devastating

There are many well-known depression triggers: Trauma, grief, financial troubles, and unemployment are just a few. But if you are depressed and none of these apply to you, it can be hard to pinpoint a specific cause.   View slideshow

Depression is more common than AIDS, cancer, and diabetes combined, and nearly 400,000 people attempt suicide in the U.S. every year. Here are 15 myths and facts about depression and suicide.   View slideshow

Here are 12 different causes of depression—according to the misinformed.   View slideshow

Here's how to ensure that your doctor has the best plan for your recovery.   View slideshow

If you find yourself in a serious emotional funk that goes so far as to disrupt your work and relationships, you may have premenstrual dysphoric disorder. If the blues continue after your period, it could be a sign of depression or bipolar disorder.   View slideshow

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Sadness, fatigue, hunger, and trouble sleeping could be signs and symptoms of seasonal affective disorder.   View slideshow

"People tend to react strongly in one of two ways when I tell them that they have clinical depression," says Rakesh Jain, MD, director of psychopharmacology at R/D Clinical Research Center in Lake Jackson, Texas. "Many people experience extreme relief. It's huge. They know they're not crazy, weak, or stupid." ...   Read More

Medical professionals who treat depression fall into two groups: Those who can prescribe antidepressant medications and those who can't. Any medical professional with a medical degree can prescribe antidepressants. Family physicians, internists, and ob-gyns prescribe the majority of antidepressants but are usually not trained to provide psychotherapy or counseling...   Read More

Everybody feels down for a day or two. But one in 14 American adults—15 million in all—has clinical depression each year. Depression is a complex condition characterized by profound sadness, lethargy, feelings of worthlessness, and a loss of interest in social activities...   Read More