I’m Worried About Depression—What Should I Know?

What Is Depression?Depression is a common medical illness that causes feelings of sadness and a loss of interest in things that usually bring joy.While everyone experiences sad feelings at times, clinical depression is when these symptoms last 2 or more weeks.For many, depression happens in a cycle of recurrent episodes.Depression leads to life problems, such as trouble at work, school, and in relationships.Depression can be treated; however, untreated depression increases the risk of self-harm and suicide.