The Anxiety and Depression Association of America estimates that 16.1 million Americans had at least one episode of major depressive disorder in 2015. Education and professional treatment are key to managing this difficult–but not insurmountable–mental health condition. Let’s look at what happens during a major depressive episode, what can help, and where you can go
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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.
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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
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