The birth of a child makes a big difference to the hormone levels in the mother. When coupled with the inevitable sleepless nights and additional stress of coping with new demands on the mother's time and attention, it's not surprising that some women slip into a state of mild depression after childbirth. In some cases this can become major depression, but regardless, if you or someone you know seems to be experiencing post-natal depression, or any other form of depression, see a doctor immediately. It's quite possible that you, or someone you know, may be suffering from depression and yet not fit neatly into one of these categories. That's normal - these are really only guidelines as to the possible different types of depression that exist.
Different people react in different ways to the chemical imbalance .
The important thing is to understand the illness and realise that it's common and treatable. The duration of depression Left untreated, depression will nearly always pass eventually, although that can entail many months, or even years, of misery for the sufferer. But it's important not to worry about the time taken for you to get better. Take each day at a time and concentrate on making the most of it. Anyone suffering from depression should see their doctor immediately and regularly.