Major depressive disorder or clinical depression is one of the most severe and common forms of depression. The World Health Organization has predicted that major depressive disorder will be the top cause of the burden of disease worldwide by 2030. Clinical depression is more than just a bout of blues – and it’s not a
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Things To Do When a Loved One is Showing Major Depressive Disorder Symptoms
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is diagnosed when an individual has a persistently low or depressed mood, along with other symptoms such as a loss of interest in pleasurable activities, feelings of worthlessness, and poor concentration. MDD affects how a person feels, thinks, and behaves and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems.
Read MoreFive Major Depressive Disorder Symptoms You Should Know
The National Institute of Mental Health reports that more than 8 percent of Americans had a depressive episode in 2020. That means clinical depression, or major depressive disorder (MDD), is more prevalent than most people realize, and this mental health condition can be both life-altering and life-threatening. Let’s talk about the symptoms of MDD and
Read MoreBreaking the Stigma for Individuals With Major Depression Disorder Symptoms
Depression is extremely common – and yet, there remains a stigma associated with it, and with mental illness in general.If you were to develop high blood pressure, catch a virus, or break your arm,friends, family, and even strangers will rush to help, with sympathy and care. However, if you were to tell the same people
Read MoreWhat Can Trigger a Depressive Episode?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 5% of the adult population worldwide suffers from depression. A depressive episode is categorized as a period of persistent low mood, sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness, affecting different areas of life. Although a single factor doesn’t usually cause depression, many significant factors can trigger a depressive episode. Unlike
Read MoreAre You Depressed? 5 Early Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Depression is a very common condition that causes a person to think, feel, and act differently. Most people don’t notice they have depression until it becomes a serious enough problem to see a doctor or mental health specialist. Diagnosing and treating depression early can save you a lot of time spent feeling miserable – and
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