Learning about Depression..cont..1

Depression is a real medical condition.
Everyone has times when they're feeling down. If you have depression, this sad mood along with other symptoms can last weeks, months, or even years if not treated. Depression isn't a sign of weakness or a character flaw. It's a real medical condition, but there are ways to successfully treat depression.
Depression can affect anyone.
More people suffer from depression than you might think. Depression strikes people of all ages, backgrounds, and ethnic groups. Depressive disorders affect about 34 million American adults. Nearly twice as many women as men are affected by a depressive illness each year.
Find out detailed information about depression.
Learn about the symptoms and signs of depression, what could cause it, and how to treat it. If you think you might have symptoms of depression, fill out a checklist. Get the truth behind some myths about depression.