Causes of Depression and Prevention in the United States of America
Abstract
Depression is a mental illness associated with extreme feelings of sadness that negatively affect one’s motivation, behavior, health, and overall quality of life. It leads to a lot of emotional and physical problems, decreasing one’s performance at their place of work and at home. There are two main types of depression; major depressive disorder, which is the most severe form of depression and persistent depressive disorder, which is the milder, but more chronic, form of depression. The paper outlines some the main Causes of Depression and its Prevention in the United States of America. Based on the discussion, it is possible to see that depression can be a very debilitating condition. A person diagnosed with the condition should, therefore, be very diligent with their self-care to ensure that they are in the right mental state to remain productive and motivated to carry out their responsibilities. Through regular exercise, getting enough sleep, therapy, and medication, it is possible to cope with depression.
Keywords: Depression, Prevention & United States of America
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