In addition to associating brain chemicals with depressive states, researchers have found a strong connection with ...

Your depression doesn’t have to be a mystery. Learn which of the three major causes best describes your experience.

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Discover the nine subtypes of depression and their key symptoms. Since treatment can vary for each type, it’s important to consult your doctor for guidance. Most people go through periods of deep ...

Dr. Vivian Sun is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She received her medical degree from University of Maryland and psychiatry training at University of ...

Depression is a complex and deeply personal experience. While almost everyone has periods of sadness, low mood or grief, depression is different. Major depressive disorder is persistent, interferes ...

Depression screening tools can objectively detect depression and track symptoms over time. The symptoms of depression vary from person to person, so in some cases, the disorder can be difficult to ...

Symptoms of depression, such as lack of interest in activities and fatigue, may appear as laziness. However, depression is a mental health condition, whereas laziness relates to a person’s behavior.

Chronic pain is pain that can last for several months. It can interfere with a person’s quality of life, magnifying negative thoughts and resulting in symptoms of depression. The American Psychiatric ...