Depression
Alternate Names : Blues, Dejection, Discouragement, Gloom, Mood Changes, Sadness
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Depression in Children
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Children who are depressed may exhibit symptoms differently than adults. For instance, a depressed child may seem bored and unusually irritable.
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Depression and Heart Disease
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The link between heart disease and depression has long been thought of as cause-and-effect. Studies are now showing that depression itself may contribute to heart disease.
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Depression and the Menstrual Cycle
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A form of depression exclusive to women, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a syndrome of depressive symptoms brought about by monthly hormonal fluctuation.
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Depression and Insomnia
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Studies show bouts of insomnia may predispose individuals to depressive illness. The correlation between sleep disorders and mood disorders holds true across age and gender lines.
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