Psychiatry and PsychologyPsychiatry
Depression
Depression
Disease overview
Depression is a mental illness characterized by feelings of sadness disproportionate to one's circumstances, loss of interest in life, social withdrawal, and decreased energy.
Unlike general sadness,...
Detailed description
Depression is a mental illness characterized by feelings of sadness disproportionate to one's circumstances, loss of interest in life, social withdrawal, and decreased energy.
Unlike general sadness, distress, or lack of energy, depression can lead to feelings of hopelessness and even suicidal thoughts. Women are more susceptible to depression than men.
Disease information
Disease name
Depression
English name
Depression
Category
Psychiatry and Psychology
Subcategory
Psychiatry
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Psychiatry
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