No, but it is common. For example, we have often seen a man and his wife to be depressed at the same time. This is a disease over which a patient has little control and thus cannot fight it successfully without help. Fortunately, there are several medications that are very effective in relieving Depression. In addition, there are other methods of treatment that can be helpful.
Medication treats the Depression itself.
A third method of treatment, electro-shock treatment, is reserved for the more severe depressions. Electro-shock treatment is considered relatively safe, painless, and quite effective. The presently available antidepressant medicines now help most patients without such complicated treatment. You should tell your loved ones who live in your household all about your Depression. Have them read this information.