Dysthymia is a depression: which is expressed in a milder form; its symptoms are fewer and less severe, but may affect quality of life; which is chronic: the diagnosis of…

SAD, also known as seasonal affective disorder, is a form of depression that: always occurs during the same period each year; it usually begins in the fall, increases in the…

Postpartum depression is a disorder that: occurs within the first 12 months after delivery, most commonly around the third week; lasts from a few weeks to a few months or…

Sadness or mood swings are not necessarily associated with depression. Being depressed is not the same as having depression. The characteristics of being depressed:  Normal depressive reaction related to certain…

The causes of depression are complex. They combine predisposing and precipitating factors: weakening elements such as personality disorders, family or professional environmental factors, the existence of a somatic or psychic…

Taken care of, depression usually evolves towards recovery after a period of more or less complete remission of symptoms. During this period, relapses may occur. A cured patient may in…

Here are some examples of symptoms (note that not all symptoms are necessarily present): Physical symptoms Slowed activity requiring effort - Tiredness - Loss of energy - Sleep disturbances (insomnia…

Depression is a lowering of mood that is altered in the direction of sadness and can vary greatly in intensity: Low intensity Depression. Normal depressive reaction related to certain life…

Psychiatrist Christophe André gives you 3 tips to get through depression. \“The first point to remember about depression is that it is an illness. You shouldn't stay alone, you should…

1/ What is Blue Monday? Blue Monday is initially a marketing concept invented in 2005 by a British communication agency, in order to sell plane tickets! A \“study\” had then…