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    Depression (major depressive disorder) - Symptoms and causes

    • Depression is a mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. Learn about the types, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment options for depression from Mayo Clinic experts.… See more

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    Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel… See more

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    Causes

    It's not known exactly what causes depression. As with many mental disorders, a variety of factors may be involved, such as: 1. Biological differences.People with depression … See more

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    Risk Factors

    Depression often begins in the teens, 20s or 30s, but it can happen at any age. More women than men are diagnosed with depression, but this may be due in part because wo… See more

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  1. Major depressive disorder

    Also known as: MDD, clinical depression
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    Mental health disorder having episodes of psychological depression.
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    Urgent medical attention is usually recommended by healthcare providers
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    Can be dangerous or life threatening if untreated
    How common is condition?
    Very common (More than 3 million cases per year in US)
    Is condition treatable?
    Treatable by a medical professional
    Does diagnosis require lab test or imaging?
    Doesn't require lab test or imaging
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    Common for ages 15-45
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    More common in females
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    Family history may increase likelihood
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    What are the different types of major depressive disorder?
    There are several subtypes of major depressive disorder. Some of the most common subtypes include: Seasonal affective disorder (seasonal depression). Prenatal depression and postpartum depression. Atypical depression. People with clinical depression often have other mental health conditions, such as:

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    How does major depressive disorder begin?

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    The symptoms of major depressive disorder can be subtle at first and then get worse relatively quickly or show themselves more slowly. A common initial symptom is loss of participation and enjoyment in things the person used to enjoy. Other symptoms may include marked sadness, an irritable mood, feeling worthless or guilty, poor concentration, and indecisiveness. If a person has any thoughts about hurting oneself, this should prompt immediate outreach to a clinician.
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    What is the etiology of major depressive disorder?
    The etiology of Major depressive disorder is believed to be multifactorial, including biological, genetic, environmental, and psychosocial factors. MDD was earlier considered to be mainly due to abnormalities in neurotransmitters, especially serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine.

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    How common is major depressive disorder (MDD)?
    MDD is one of the most common mental health conditions in the United States. Data suggests that more than 8.3% of U.S. adults experienced a major depressive episode in 2021. Some people with MDD never get treatment. However, most people with the disorder can learn to cope and function with treatment.

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    How to identify signs of major depressive disorder?
    How to identify signs of major depressive disorder. What is clinical depression (major depressive disorder)? Clinical depression, also known as major depressive disorder (MDD), is a mental health condition that causes a persistently low or depressed mood and a loss of interest in activities that once brought joy.

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    What are the different types of depressive episodes?
    A depressive episode can be categorized as mild, moderate, or severe depending on the number and severity of symptoms, as well as the impact on the individual’s functioning. There are different patterns of depressive episodes including:

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