Depression Features

Find out how to start the conversation about depression with kids.

See how one person manages the ups and downs of major depressive disorder -- and how her depression inspired her career as a therapist.

Major depressive disorder can ebb and flow. Here’s how someone with the condition manages the down times.

Depression affects both you and those around you. An expert who lives with the condition shares ways you can help others to help you.

Learn from a mental health advocate how the stigma of depression is changing and how acceptance is the first step to managing major depressive disorder.

It can be hard to be open with others about major depressive disorder. Here’s how one person with the condition talks about it.

Treatment for major depressive disorder has made rapid advances, with new therapies that fit each person. An expert talks about the latest research.

Treatment for depression isn't just about all the old antidepressants you've already heard of. The new generation of drugs may work faster, and nondrug treatments also are effective.

Learn about the pros and cons of using apps and online therapy to manage depression.

Learn about ways that major depressive disorder may affect you, including changes in energy level and appetite.

Depression is a chronic health condition. Learn how you can help someone in your life that is battling depression.

Getting diagnosed with depression brings up different emotions for different people. After your doctor or mental health provider gives you the news, it’s a good idea to reach out for support from family, friends, or others in your community.

Figuring out the right treatment for your depression can take time and patience. Learn more about how to find an antidepressant or other treatment that works for you.

WebMD explores the different kinds of depression and ways to treat them.

Is it a club drug or an antidepressant? Learn about the uses, benefits, and side effects of ketamine.

Learn more about how stress and depression are connected and what you can do to develop an active coping strategy.

Some life events can trigger depression, but you can take action to soften the blow.

Managing treatment-resistant depression requires the right medicine in the right dosage and taking it the right way. Learn about medication strategies.

Patience and persistence are key with treatment-resistant depression. Learn how long to stick with a medication, and options for managing this condition.

Striking a balance to manage treatment-resistant depression can take a toll. Learn from one patient's journey and see how research and community can help.

Depression treatment isn’t always easy. Find out about the side effects of antidepressants and depression treatment. Learn what you can do about them.

You’ve been diagnosed with depression -- now what? Find out more about treatment, support, and life with this common mental disorder.

Antidepressants are a common way to treat depression. But they work a little differently for everyone.

You probably got your antidepressants from your primary care doctor. But how should follow-up care work?

Is it normal to feel lonely after college? Find out why post-college depression happens to many graduates and what you can do about it.

It's tempting to stop taking antidepressants when you feel better, but doing so could make your condition more difficult to manage.

Being aware of your negative thoughts can help you build the skills to overcome them.

Is your spouse depressed? If your loved one withdraws from activities or sex, spends more time alone, or drinks more alcohol than they once did, they may have depression. Find out what to do if your partner refuses to get therapy and get tips to protect your own mental health.

If you have major depressive disorder (MDD), you may wonder if it’ll affect your plans for a family. Will you have to stop taking your antidepressant? What are the risks to your baby if you don’t? Can you take antidepressants while breastfeeding?

Find out how writing your thoughts in a journal can let you shift your perspective and help you manage the symptoms of depression.

WebMD shares what you should know about depression.

Newsman Dan Harris shares how meditation helped him deal with depression and anxiety.

Find out how pets can help ease your depression by offering love, companionship, a sense of purpose, and more.

Being depressed can make you feel helpless. You're not. Along with therapy and sometimes medication, there's a lot you can do on your own to fight back. Changing your behavior -- your physical activity, lifestyle, and even your way of thinking -- are all natural depression treatments.

Do you juggle a busy lifestyle even when you’re depressed? Tips on coping when you’re depressed.

Your doctor is your depression ally. Learn how your doctor can help you get the most from your treatment.

Tips on breaking the vicious cycle of depression to help you live your best life.

How to find a depression support group and what to expect from a supportive group of peers.

WebMD discusses common food traps that accompany depression including eating too much, eating too little, and making unhealthy food choices.

WebMD talks to experts about the links between depression and risky behavior.

WebMD discusses the truths behind seven common therapy myths.

WebMD identifies 6 behaviors that can worsen depression. Get tips for avoiding these traps.

Does depression cause weight gain or weight loss? Does weight gain or weight loss cause depression? WebMD helps to unravel the mystery surrounding the link between depression and weight.

Talk therapy can be a powerful tool in fighting depression. Here’s how to get started with the types of therapy most commonly used for depression – cognitive behavioral therapy and interpersonal therapy.

If you’re taking an antidepressant, it’s important to know what to expect and how it will affect your life. Here are the answers to five common questions about taking antidepressants.

Not everyone needs to take antidepressants long-term. If you want to stop, talk to your doctor about when and how to do it safely.

Exercise may be as effective as medication in treating depression. Any type of exercise is helpful. These 6 tips will help get you started with an exercise program.

A holistic approach to treating depression focuses on treating your whole being -- body and mind -- to help you feel better and stay healthy. A healthy diet, exercise, and talk therapy are just a few of the holistic approaches you can use to treat depression.

If you’re feeling depressed, what you eat can affect your mood and your health. Here are 8 steps you can take to get the right nutrition to help you through depression.