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Depression
Depression is an illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts. It affects how one eats and sleeps, the way one feels about oneself, and the way one thinks about things. The main types of depression are major depression, dysthymia, and bipolar disease (also called manic-depressive disease).
Depression Quiz
Many people do not recognize the symptoms and warning signs of depression and depressive disorders in children and adults. Take this quiz to the facts about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and medical treatments for this very common mental health condition.
Depression Symptoms, Types, Tests & Treatment Slideshow
What is depression? Watch this slideshow for information on symptoms, tests, and treatments for many types of depression including major, chronic, teen, and postpartum depression.
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Bipolar Disorder
Get information on bipolar disorder (manic depression), a condition that causes symptoms of mania and depression. Learn about medications, treatment and diagnosis of this mood disorder.
Depression Myths
Watch this slideshow on depression myths and facts to see how folk remedies and half-truths still prevent many from getting treatment for depression. Learn about the symptoms and many ways to recover.
Bipolar Overview
Do you or someone you know suffer from bipolar disorder (sometimes called manic depression)? Watch this slideshow to get an overview of this disorienting condition that causes extreme shifts in mood.
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Bipolar Depression
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When a Loved One Has Depression
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Depression: Causes of Depression
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Depression
Depression is an illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts and affects the way a person eats and sleeps, the way one...
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Depression
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Depression
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Depression in Children
Childhood depression can interfere with social activities, interests, schoolwork and family life. Symptoms and signs include...
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Depression in Children
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Depression in the Elderly
Depression in the elderly is very common. That doesn't mean, though, it's normal. Treatment may involve antidepressants,...
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Depression: A Treatable Illness
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Depression: The Basics
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Depression: When a Friend is Depressed
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Dysthymia
Dysthymia is a less severe form of chronic depression. Symptoms and signs include insomnia, suicidal thoughts, guilt, empty...
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Schizophrenia and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
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Holiday Depression, Anxiety, and Stress
Though the holidays are a fun time for most, for others, they're a sad, lonely and anxiety-filled time. Get tips on how to avoid...
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Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is a form of depression that occurs within a year after delivery. It is thought that rapid hormone changes...
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Postpartum Depression
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Postpartum Depression
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that tends to occur as the days grow shorter in the fall and winter. Symptoms...
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Seasonal Depression
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Teen Depression
Depression in teenagers may be caused by many factors. Symptoms of teen depression include apathy, irresponsible behavior,...
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Teen Depression
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Depression Treatment Options
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What Is Major Depressive Disorder?
The American Psychiatric Association defines major depressive disorder (depression) as a common, but serious, medical illness...
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What Is Nervous Breakdown?
A nervous or mental breakdown is a general term used to describe a period of overwhelming mental distress. This term is usually...
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12 Tips for Success with Antidepressants
Antidepressants like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) are medication...
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Bipolar Disorder (Mania) Quiz: Test Your Emotional Wellness IQ
Who is at risk for developing bipolar disorder? Are you? Take this Bipolar Disorder Quiz to learn more about bipolar disorder, if...
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Bipolar Disorder: Symptoms, Testing for Bipolar Depression
Bipolar disorder (once called manic depression) causes extreme mood shifts and can be disorienting. Our experts define bipolar...
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Learn to Spot Depression: Symptoms, Warning Signs, Medication
What is depression? Get information on symptoms, signs, tests, and treatments for many types of depression including major...
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Depression Quiz: Signs & Symptoms
Many people do not recognize the symptoms and warning signs of depression and depressive disorders in children and adults. With...
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Depression: Visual Guide to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Do you find yourself getting depressed as winter approaches each year? Or when you don't see the sun for a while? You may have...
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17 Everyday Ways to Ease Depression
The right exercise, diet, and activities -- even playing with a pet --can help you recover from depression. Learn simple...
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Healthy Aging: Sneaky Depression Triggers in Pictures
There are many causes and triggers of depression. From too little vitamin B12 to too much time alone, look at these surprising...
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Foods That Help Fight Depression
Food cannot prevent depression, but a healthy diet may boost your mood. Foods like salmon, carrots, Brazil nuts and even...
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Holiday Depression: 10 Triggers That Cause Holiday Blues
10 holiday depression and stress triggers, and ways to cope. From anxiety over bills to social commitments and travel, WebMD...
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Mental Health: How Grief Can Affect Your Health
Grief is a natural part of life, but it can cause some health issues, at least for a while. Find out how grief can affect your...
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Depression Myths: Overwork, Recklessness and More in Pictures
Folk remedies and half-truths still prevent many from getting treatment for depression. WebMD's pictures show unusual symptoms in...
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Physical Symptoms of Depression in Pictures
Depression can cause physical problems such as insomnia, chest pain, fatigue, headaches, and more. Learn the signs of depression...
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Postpartum Depression: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Postpartum depression is a treatable medical illness which affects women after giving birth. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis...
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Depression Therapy: Myths, Facts, and More in Pictures
False ideas scare many depression suffers away from therapy and the quick relief and help these pros can provide. Let our experts...
Treatment & Diagnosis
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- Children on Antidepressants Danger
- Depression and Women
- Is Depression a Side Effect of Celebrex?
- 11 Common Depression Symptoms
- Depression - St. John's Wort
- PTSD: Disaster Survivors Face PTSD Risk
- Does Depression Cause Obesity or Does Obesity Cause Depression?
- FDA Knew Antidepressant Danger to Kids
- Diet and Depression: How Food Can Help with Depression Symptoms
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) - Light Up The Blues
- Miscarriage - Depression Risk Increased
- What Are The Side Effects of Nortriptyline Withdrawal?
Medications & Supplements
- Alprazolam (Xanax) vs. Sertraline (Zoloft)
- Alprazolam (Xanax) vs. Temazepam (Restoril)
- amitriptyline (Elavil, Endep)
- Antidepressants (Depression Medications)
- Wellbutrin (bupropion)
- bupropion extended release (Forfivo XL)
- Celexa vs. Cymbalta (Comparison of Differences and Similarities)
- Citalopram (Celexa)
- Cymbalta (duloxetine) vs. Effexor (XR, venlafaxine) Differences in Uses, Dose, and Withdrawal
- Cymbalta vs. Wellbutrin Comparison
- desipramine (Norpramin)
- desvenlafaxine (Pristiq, Khedezla)
- doxepin (Sinequan and Adapin are discontinued brand in the US; Silenor)
- Cymbalta (duloxetine)
- Lexapro (escitalopram)
- fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, Prozac Weekly)
- fluvoxamine (Luvox)
- imipramine (Tofranil)
- Lexapro (escitalopram) Side Effects, Warnings, and Interactions
- Lexapro vs. Cymbalta
- Lexapro vs. Paxil
- Lexapro vs. Ativan
- Lexapro vs. Prozac
- Lexapro vs. Wellbutrin: Differences between Side Effects and Uses
- Lexapro vs. Xanax
- lithium (Lithobid)
- MAOIs (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors, MAOI)
- Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) vs. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
- Medicines that Cause Depression
- mirtazapine (Remeron, Soltab)
- nefazodone (Serzone)
- nortriptyline (Pamelor)
- paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva)
- Zoloft (sertraline)
- Trazodone (Desyrel)
- trimipramine (Surmontil)
- venlafaxine, Effexor XR (Effexor has been discontinued in the US)
- vortioxetine (Trintellix - formerly known as Brintellix)
- Zoloft (sertraline) Side Effects, Warnings, and Interactions
Prevention & Wellness
- A Prescription for Holiday Blues
- ADHD or Bipolar Disorder?
- Depression: Alternative Therapies for Depression
- Antidepressant Action Requires New Neurons
- Antidepressant Rx: Careful Monitoring Needed
- Antidepressants & Suicide, FDA Warns
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder: Two-Sided Trouble
- Child Depression: What Should Parents Do?
- Childhood Depression: What It Looks Like, What To Do
- Coping With a Traumatic Event
- September 11, 2002...How Is America Doing?
- Depression - What to Do
- Depression and Aging
- Depression and Diabetes
- Depression Can Break Your Heart
- Depression Caused by Chronic Illnesses
- Depression During Pregnancy
- Depression Often Starts in Childhood
- Depression Resources
- Depression Screening
- Depression, Helping Others
- Depression-Anxiety: Mood Disorder Alternatives
- Depression: Bottom of the Mountain
- Depression: Foods That Fight Winter Depression
- Depression: Person Behind the Smile
- Depression: Treatments for Depression
- Diagnosing Depression
- Divorcing Depression
- Elderly Depression Often Unnoticed
- Exercise and Depression
- Gene More Than Doubles Risk of Depression Following Life Stresses
- Holiday Depression: Alone for the Holidays
- Kids and Antidepressants: A Growing Problem
- Depression: Major Depression
- Many Shades of Blues
- Men and Depression
- Mental Health: Beating Winter's Woes
- Mental Health: Blow Off Post-Holiday Blues
- Obesity Linked with Mood and Anxiety Disorders
- Paxil CR and Avandamet, FDA Seizes Product
- Postpartum Depression
- Postpartum Problems
- Psychotic Depression
- Depression: Pushing Prozac
- Suicide: Recognizing the Signs of Suicide
- Sleep and Depression
- St. John's Wort
- St. Johns Wort for Depression
- Depression: Stigma Hinders Depression Treatment
- Stress, Depression and Drug Abuse: Fallout of 9-11
- Depression: Suffering From 'Let-Down Effect?'
- Summer Sun for Winter Blues
- Depression: Sunshine For SAD Sufferers
- Depression: Support: That's What Friends Are For
- Depression: The Eden Alternative in Action
- Depression: The Link Between Depression and Other Mental Illnesses
- Depression: Too Depressed to Remember
- Depression Undoing
- Depression: Walk Away the Blues
- Winter Darkness, Season Depression
- Writing Your Way Out of Depression