In many people, personal loss or severe stress is identified that may interact with a predisposition to depression. The causes may include genetic, familial, biochemical, physical, social, and psychological factors.
Major depression occurs in all groups of people.
It affects both sexes, with an increased incidence in women. Major depression affects 1 out of 10 Americans at some point in their lives. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. It is provided for your general information and is not a substitute for medical care or supervised medical treatment. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.