Depression

Another common mental illness in the United States. Everyone experiences moments in their lives with feelings of sadness or the 'blues." When those feelings last past a normal couple of days, it can become a significant public health issue. It disrupts a person's interpersonal, social, and occupational functioning. People are more likely to die from suicide along with other illnesses that may arise.

Depression general information

Depression self assessment

Development and validation of a geriatric depression