symptoms
This common symptom involves feeling sad or empty most of the day.
persistent sadness
This type of factor includes genetics and brain chemistry.
biological factors
This type of therapy involves talking with a trained professional.
psychotherapy
This mental health professional is licensed to diagnose depression and provide therapy.
psychologist or psychiatrist
This type involves persistent mild depression lasting for years.
persistent depressive disorder
A loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed is called this.
anhedonia
Traumatic life events, like loss or abuse, fall under this category.
environmental factors
These are medications often prescribed to help regulate mood.
antidepressants
To be diagnosed with major depression, symptoms typically must last at least this long.
two weeks
This form of depression occurs during certain times of the year, often winter.
seasonal affective disorder
This symptom includes changes in sleep, like insomnia or oversleeping.
sleep disturbances
This risk factor involves ongoing high levels of pressure or tension.
chronic stress
This approach includes exercise, sleep, and nutrition improvements.
lifestyle changes
This commonly used screening tool includes questions about mood, sleep, and energy levels
depression questionnaire
this type can occur after child birth
postpartum depression
This symptom involves feeling extremely tired or having little energy nearly every day.
fatigue or low energy
Having a close relative with depression increases risk due to this factor.
family history
This specific type of therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns.
cognitive behavioral therapy
This official manual is used by clinicians to diagnose mental health conditions, including depression.
DSM-5
This type of depression includes alternating periods of depression and elevated mood.
bipolar disorder
This symptom includes difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things.
cognitive difficulties
Imbalances in these brain chemicals are often linked to depression.
neurotransmitters
This treatment may be used for severe depression and involves controlled electrical stimulation of the brain.
electroconvulsive therapy
This symptom must be present (along with others) for a diagnosis of major depressive disorder.
depressed mood or loss of interest/pleasure
This severe type of depression may include hallucinations or delusions.
psychotic