Depression Types WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Depression Types
Many people are not aware that there are different types of depression. The severity of the depression and the symptoms dictate the type of depression.1 Major depression, dysthymia, and bipolar disorder are the most common types of depression.2 Common symptoms of depression are insomnia, fatigue, and restlessness.3 Depression can be a constant presence in the lives of sufferers for a few months to years.1
Fast Facts:
- Major depression is the most severe form of depression.2
- Psychotic depression is characterized by a person experiencing hallucinations.3
- Postpartum depression can occur in women up to a year after giving birth.4
- People who experience depressive episodes during certain times of the year suffer from seasonal affective disorder.4
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Psychology Information Online: Types of Depression
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 MedicineNet: What are the Types of Depression and their Symptoms?
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 About.com: Types of Depression: Overview
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 HelpGuide: The Many Faces of Depression
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- Contributor: Kenyotta Elijah
- Reviewer: Emily Lapkin
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Last update: Oct. 15, 2009
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- Contributor: Kenyotta Elijah
- Reviewer: Emily Lapkin
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: TYPES OF DEPRESSION
- Last update: Jul. 18, 2009
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