This section of the site provides information about the nature
and treatment of depression and related mood disorders.
Depression is much more than a passing sense of sadness. On
these pages you can learn about the various types of mood
problems, their causes, and their treatment. The Types of Mood
Disorder - Numbers and trends. How common is depression? Is the
incidence increasing? - Causes of depression. Nine types of risk
factor. - Treatment of depression. Therapy and medication
options. Self Care for Depression Ultimately, much of the hard
work involved in overcoming depression is done by the individual
him- or herself. Here we provide some self-care options. Note:
Information on these pages is provided for educational purposes
only. It should not be taken as a substitute for care from a
qualified healthcare provider.