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This chapter provides an introduction to depression, its prevalence, and symptoms. It also touches on historical treatments and the importance of seeking help.
- Depression affects about 60 million adults in America.
- Major depressive disorder is also known as clinical or unipolar depression.
- The World Health Organization predicts depression will be the leading disease by 2030.
- Symptoms include sadness, disrupted sleep, feelings of worthlessness, and lack of pleasure.
- Depression is chronic or recurring for most people.
- Historically, treatments included enemas, baths, positive thinking, diet, and exercise.
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