What is Major Depressive Disorder, what are its symptoms and which forms of treatment may help those suffering from this condition?

Mar 9, 2010 - Kate Le Page

"Minor Depressive Disorder" does not sound very serious. However, subclinical depression causes real suffering and impairment and has few treatment options.

Sep 18, 2011 - Sara Stewart

A major depressive episode can cause health and emotional complications ranging from weight gain and mood disorders to self injury and suicidal behavior.

Sep 15, 2009 - Michael McGrath

Although unsure of the exact mechanisms behind depression, scientitsts are getting closer to solving the riddle. This article will discuss what's currently known.

Jul 26, 2007 - Cyrus Dehkan

Millions of people are affected by depression, which is sometimes referred to as the common cold of the mind.

Jul 5, 2010 - Martine Daniel

This article gives the reader an overview of depression, its causes, symptoms and treatment.

Apr 15, 2011 - Ann Bruce

Depression is something that many people suffer from; however, there are different causes for depression.

Jun 9, 2010 - Susan Hillman

Depression requires treatment to relieve symptoms that interfere with quality of life. Current alternative treatment choices open up the doors to much needed relief.

Dec 3, 2009 - Toni D'Anna - Hernandez

Depression is a difficult illness and those that suffer from it need to face up to their condition and seek help right away.

Aug 19, 2010 - Katrina Dayrit

There are many kinds of depressive disorders and a myriad of treatments for each disorder.

Apr 2, 2010 - Karen Jones

People are aware of the treatments for mental illness. Medication and behavioral therapy are effective. Most effective is the combination. Evidence shows exercise helps.

Feb 21, 2009 - Michael Rohling

An effective treatment for depressed teenagers or children is combination therapy, which blends of antidepressants and cognitive-behavioral talk therapy.

Oct 6, 2007 - Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen

Taking antidepressants or other medications for depression isn't an option for some pregnant women. Here are other pregnancy depression treatments, such as acupuncture.

Feb 10, 2010 - Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen

Anxiety and depression are two separate conditions which often occur together. This means treatment must be carried out simultaneously.

May 4, 2010 - Marlene de Wilde

Depression is a complex disorder with different presentations. What follows is an examination of two types of depression: dysthymia vs. major depression.

Aug 5, 2010 - Simone Ravicz

About 10 percent of Americans are depressed, with many going untreated. The first steps to treating depression include seeking professional help and overcoming addiction.

Dec 5, 2008 - Alli Rainey

Depression is used to describe everything from a bad day to being suicidal, hence it is often misunderstood, causing pain to those who are depressed.

Sep 27, 2010 - Kate Le Page

The term "treatment-refractory depression" refers to major depression that hasn't responded to at least two antidepressants, but other therapies may still help.

Feb 20, 2009 - Maija Haavisto

A report finds that lifestyle changes offer psychological, physiological, economic and societal benefits that drug therapy and counseling don't.

Feb 24, 2011 - Laura Owens