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Depression: Depression & Related Conditions

Resources

Basic Information

Introduction and Types of Depressive Disorders

Major Depressive Disorder and Related ConditionsClassic Symptoms of Major Depressive DisorderThe Development and Course of Major Depressive DisorderDifferential Diagnosis and Specifiers of Major Depressive DisorderPrevalence and Co-Occurring ConditionsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation DisorderPersistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

Related Disorders / Conditions

Substance/Medication-Induced Depressive DisorderDepressive Disorder Due to Another Medical ConditionUnspecified Depressive DisorderThe Far Reaches of Depressive Disorders

Historical and Current Understandings

Historical Understandings of DepressionHistorical Understandings of Depression ContinuedCurrent Understandings of Major Depression - Biopsychosocial ModelCurrent Understandings of Major Depression - Diathesis-Stress Model

Biology, Psychology and Sociology

Biology of Depression - NeurotransmittersBiology of Depression - Neuroplasticity and EndocrinologyBiology of Depression - Genetics and ImagingBiology of Depression - PsychoneuroimmunologyPsychology of Depression- Psychodynamic TheoriesPsychology of Depression- Behavioral TheoriesCognitive Theories of Depression - Aaron BeckCognitive Theories of Depression - Ellis and BanduraCognitive Theories of Depression - SeligmanSociology of Depression - Effects of CultureSocial and Relational Factors in DepressionLifestyle Factors and Environmental Causes of Depression

Treatment - Medication and Psychotherapy

Treatment: When to Seek Professional Help and Where to Find Help for DepressionMeasuring DepressionClinician-Rated and Self-Report Questionnaires/Tests for DepressionTypes of Treatment for DepressionTypes of Treatment ContinuedMedications for DepressionAntidepressants for Depressive DisordersMood Stabilizers for Depressive DisordersNon-Medication Medical Therapies for Depressive DisordersPsychotherapy - Evidence-Based Treatments for DepressionCognitive Behavioral Therapy for DepressionCognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression ContinuedInterpersonal Therapy for Depressive DisordersBehavior Therapy for Depressive DisordersPsychodynamic Therapy for Depressive DisordersGroup, Family and Couples Therapy for Depressive Disorders

Alternative Medicine and Self-Help Resources

Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Major DepressionMajor Depression and St. John's WortMajor Depression and ExerciseMajor Depression and Omega 3 Fatty AcidsMajor Depression Serotonin Precursors: SAMeMajor Depression Serotonin Precursors: 5-HTPAcupuncture for DepressionMusic Therapy and Relaxation Therapy for DepressionSelf-Help Methods for Major Depression Community and On-line Self-Help Resources for Major Depression Depression Reading List

Special Issues

Further Observations Regarding Depressive Disorders Treatment and Special Issues - SuicideSpecial Issues - Severe Depressive Disorder and Dual Diagnosis

References

Depression Article References

More Information

An Interview with Daniel Strunk, Ph.D., on Cognitive Therapy for DepressionWise Counsel Interview Transcript: An Interview with James Gordon MD on Mind Body Medicine and His Book "Unstuck"Wise Counsel Interview Transcript: An Interview with with Ronald Dworkin, MD, Ph.D. on Artificial Happiness

Tests

Goldberg Depression Questionnaire

Latest News

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Questions and Answers

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HelpDBSAm I Suffering a Kind of Psychological Problem?Attention Deficit and DepressionDo I Have an Eating Disorder?Do you think I sound depressed? I don't understand what is going on Is This Bi Polar?Depressed 19 year old college studentThoughtsDepression helps to contribute to my unemployment! - Paula Will I ever feel normal?I feel like I am going crazyWhat is wrong with me?I'm ScaredWhat Is Wrong with Me?Cyclical DepressionFrightening thoughts - fear losing control - please help!Anxious, depressed, confused, angry....the typical...Giving Up - Dad of three - Sep 15th 2008Counting ritual - Zami - Aug 30th 2008dont understand meExercising violence in dreamsSwallowing fear My husband wants to leave me Is there help for a person who has always been a 'little depressed'Depression TreatmentPlease help. 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Men and Depression
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