Depression

Psychiatry · Mental Health

Moderate

Severity

Affects over 280 million people worldwide; leading cause of disability globally

Prevalence

Contagious

Psychiatry

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📖What is Depression?

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious mental illness that negatively affects how you feel, think, and act. It causes persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities and can lead to significant impairment.

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