What is Depression?

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Depression is a disorder that affects millions of people world wide. There are many different types of depression including postpartum depression, dysthymia, seasonal depression, clinical depression and more. The treatments for depression depend on the type of depression and to what extent the individual suffers from depression symptoms. A typical treatment center practices treatments such as medication, electro convulsive therapy, psychotherapy, dual diagnosis treatment and more. The resources below provide information on many different topics of depression.

Depression

• What is Depression - The National Institute of Mental Health answers the basic questions of depression.
• Depression - The US Department of Health and Human Services has issued a brief publication on depression.
• Depression Facts - Brief facts outlining the basics of depression.
• Symptoms of Depression - Learn to recognize the symptoms of depression in all types of depression.
• Signs of Depressions - Worried you might be depressed? Compare your symptoms with the ones listed here.

Stories of Depression

• Depression Stories - A huge collection of real life people offering their stories about battling depression.
• Personal Depression Stories - Stories on depression.
• Real Depression Stories - A collection of personal battles with depression.
• Teenage Depression Stories - Adolescents describe their journeys through depression.

Depression Research at the National Institute of Mental Health

• NIMH - The National Institute of Mental Health official website.
• NIMH Publications - Search for published journals from the National Institute of Mental health.
• Depression Research - An in depth article outlining research that has been done on depression from the NIMH.

Bipolar Disorder

• Bipolar Disorder in Children - Read about the symptoms of bipolar disorder in young children.
• Bipolar Disorder Information - A powerhouse bipolar information. Covers topics including nutrition, treatment methods, and health check tools.
• Bipolar Disorder and Manic Depression - Find out about the symptoms of manic depression.
• Manic Depression - Find out the basics of manic depression and bipolar disorders.
• Manic Depression and Bipolar Disorder - Causes, symptoms and treatments.

Depression and Other Illnesses

• Depression and Other Illnesses - Learn how depression can lead to other illnesses.
• Chronic Illnesses and Depression - Find out how chronic illnesses can lead to depression disorders.
• Depression and Medical Illnesses - Common illnesses due to depression.

Depression in the Workplace

• Depression in the Workplace - Facts on how depression can evolve from stress and unsatisfactory results in the workplace.
• Women's Depression in the Workplace - Find out how women suffer from depression in the workplace.
• Dealing with Depression in the Workplace - Statistics and facts about depression in the workplace and how you can overcome the depression.

Depression in Children and Adolescents

• Understanding Depression in Kids - Learn the typical symptoms and treatments for depression in children.
• Teen Girls and Depression - What teenage females should know about depression.
• Symptoms of Depression in Children and Teens - Learn about the most common symptoms in children and teens when it comes to depression.
• Dealing with Teen Depression - Tips for dealing with depression in adolescents.

Men and Depression

• Depression in Men - Frequently asked questions (and answers) about depression in men.
• Men and Depression - An in depth article about depression in men. Includes information on where to get help, common symptoms and what you can do to help yourself.
• Male Depression - Understand the common signs and symptoms of depression in males.

Older Adults and Depression

• Depression in Seniors - Learn how depression affects the older generation.
• Seniors and Depression - Know the warning signs and how to encourage a senior to seek help.
• Depression in Adults - Learn the how to deal with depression in adults.

Women and Depression

• Depression During and After Pregnancy - Learn about postpartum depression in women.
• Postpartum Depression - Recognize the signs and symptoms in women from postpartum depression.
• A Woman's Guide to Understanding Depression - Learn the symptoms and causes of depression in most women.

Suicide and Depression

• Suicide and Depression - Find the symptoms of suicide and learn how to provide the proper care for someone who is clinically depressed.
• Depression and Suicide - Know what to look for in individuals who are suicidal and learn helpful ways to deal with depression in these individuals.
• Suicide Facts - Basic facts about depression and suicide.
  
  

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