Depression

Depression is a medical condition leading to persistent feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness, where people have an inability to feel pleasure or take an interest in life. The condition may lead to sleep problems, agitation, and difficulty concentrating. Some depressed people are physically depressed as well -- constantly tired or lacking in appetite. Doctors use a set of guidelines and questions to help determine whether you have depression. They might also run tests to help …

…depression in any given year. As many as 25 percent of women suffer from depression serious enough to seek treatment at least once in their lifetime. In fact, nearly twice as many women as men suffer from depression every year. Remember: depression can be treated and you can feel better. Experts say most people who have depression can feel better when they receive treatment. Many see some improvement in their symptoms within weeks of starting medication.