Depression Health Center
Overview & Facts
Nobody's depression has a single cause. Here's where to get the facts about the many causes of, and risk factors for, this complex illness.
What Is Depression?
Start here to get the basic facts about depression.
Yes, children can and do suffer major depression. Here's a brief overview on how to recognize depression in children.
Parents need to know how to tell a moody adolescent from one who's suffering teen depression. Start with this brief overview.
Depression may be a sign of -- as well as a risk for -- other mental illnesses. Here's where to learn more about the connection between mental health and depression.
Causes
There's no such thing as simple depression. It's a complex disease. Here's an overview of factors that combine to cause depression.
Several medicines that may cause depression. Here's a list.
Lingering illness can cause depression. Here's a short list of the illnesses most likely to trigger depression -- and advice on how to keep this from happening.
Is there a genetic link to depression? Watch this video about the effort to find depression genes.
Are You at Risk?
Depression may occur during the grieving process. What's normal grieving? When is help needed? Click here.
Depression affects people differently. Could your symptoms be a sign of depression?
How do depression symptoms affect your work? Find out how depression and work can be a career buster and read about techniques that can help you with this health condition.
Who is at risk for depression?
Prevention
Learn why it's not your fault if you're suffering from depression -- and get some tips for keeping the blues at bay in this very brief overview.
Recognizing dysfunctional attitudes may be the key to preventing relapse of depression.
With mild symptoms, you can try lifestyle changes and professional counseling alone to lessen symptoms or resolve depression. But read more.


