A REVIEW- DIAGNOSIS, PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF DEPRESSION
Kundan Deore*, Tushar Salunkhe, Nandvishal Deore and Dr. Anilkumar Tatiya
ABSTRACT
Depression is a common mental disorder affecting more than 264 million people worldwide. The causes of depression include complex interactions between social, psychological and biological factors. Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide and is a major contributor to the overall global burden of disease. More women are affected by depression than men. Depression can lead to suicide. There are effective psychological and pharmacological treatments for moderate and severe depression. Depending on the number and
severity of symptoms, a depressive episode can be categorized as mild, moderate or severe. Effective community approaches to prevent depression include school-based programmes to enhance a pattern of positive thinking in children and adolescents.
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