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Understanding Depression

Understanding Depression

If you've been diagnosed with depression, you may wonder why it had to happen to you. The fact is that anyone can get depression.

The first step in fighting depression is to understand what it is, how it affects you, and what causes it. This section covers the basics, and you'll find Look, Listen & Learn™ features like these:


Hands-on information

Hands-on information

Do you know the common symptoms of depression? Try this questionnaire.


Watch what happens

Watch what happens

See how depression affects the brain.


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