Monthly Archives: April 2014

The first step to getting treatment is to see your GP. They should rule out any physical problems which might cause symptoms of depression. Common treatments for depression include: Talking therapies Talking therapy is available on the NHS, from private … Continue reading →

What causes depression? Nobody knows exactly what causes depression. This section looks at some of the things that might increase your risk. Your body Scientists think that if you have depression, some of the chemicals in your brain are out … Continue reading →

What are the different types of depression? You might have heard a number of terms used to describe depression. In this section, we explain what some of these terms mean. Clinical depression Clinical depression is a very common term but … Continue reading →

What are the symptoms of depression and how is it diagnosed? Doctors make decisions about diagnosis based on guidance. The main guidance used by NHS doctors is the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10). When you see a doctor, like your … Continue reading →

What is depression? Everyone has ups and downs – sometimes you might feel a bit low, or experience grief when you lose someone you love. It is common for people to say that they are ‘depressed’ when they are feeling … Continue reading →