Category: ADVICE

Depression (Major Depressive Disorder) – Symptoms and Causes

GeneralitiesDepression is a common illness worldwide, estimated to affect 3.8% of the population, including 5% of adults and 5.7% of adults over 60 years of age (1). . Worldwide, approximately 280 million people have depression (1). Depression is different from habitual mood swings and brief emotional responses to problems in everyday life. It can become a serious health problem, especially...