Everyone has a pet theory about the causes of depression. Each theory correlates to a different treatment approach. One such theory is called "facial feedback." This hypothesis states that facial muscle movements dictate an appropriate emotional response...

Antidepressants Work While psychological treatment is very effective for many sufferers of depression, particularly teens and children, many doctors find that antidepressants are the better choice for adults with the illness.  Once diagnosed, the medical professional will determine which...

How Did I Get Here? There are myriad things which can trigger depression.  Normal feelings of sadness at the death of a loved one, deep loss over the breakup of a marriage, even environmental changes can...

Most people think of chatting on the internet as a pleasant diversion and probably a waste of time. But some researchers have been exploring the idea that there may be therapeutic benefits in talking...

Depression Happens To Many People If there weren't "blue" times in a person's life, we'd wonder if they were living on the same planet as us.  Transitory feelings of loneliness, sadness or discouragement are very normal and...

This just in: researchers have discovered five gene variants that appear to heighten the suicide risk in depression sufferers. Right now, this information helps us understand what triggers suicide attempts in those who have suicidal tendencies....

For those experiencing depression, seeking treatment is the first step towards regaining control over their mental health. However, finding out what type of treatment will be most effective can be difficult to determine, which is...

Get the facts you need to decide on the best course of treatment for your form of depression. Our section devoted to depression treatments tries to give you the information you need to make...