Some people incorrectly believe that only those who have experienced depression for months, or who have completely lost their ability to function, have clinical depression. In fact, when the symptoms of depression last more than two weeks, or when the symptoms are severe enough to interfere with daily life, you may have clinical depression. All the joy had gone out of life. I thought my family would probably be better off without me. Not every woman experiences clinical depression in the same way.
Different women have different symptoms.
To help you decide whether an evaluation for clinical depression is needed, click here. Click here for a list of symptoms. Adulthood - Many women face a variety of stresses, such as major responsibilities at home and work, a greater likelihood of being a single parent, and caring for children and aging parents. Rates of depression are highest for women when they are unhappily married. Being unmarried, including being separated or divorced, increases depression in both women and men.