Monday, April 20, 2009

Depression

Depression is a common disorder that faces 33 to 35 million Americans at some point in their lives. This disorder effects people of all ages, social economic statuses, and either sex male or female.

The cause of this disorder is unknown. But certain tragic situations can bring the onset of signs of depression:

Constant sadness, Irritability, Hopelessness, Trouble sleeping, Low energy or fatigue, Feeling worthless or guilty for no reason, significant weight change, Difficulty concentrating, and Loss of interest in favorite activities

These symptoms must last for two weeks or more to be considered clinically depressed. Depression can be treated with medication and therapy to resolve the issues.

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