Depression is the most common mental health disorder in the U.S., affecting more than 18 million adults. Since not everyone who experiences depression seeks help, this number is likely much higher.

Late-onset depression may be an early sign of Parkinson’s disease (PD) or Lewy Body dementia (LBD), according to a December study published in General Psychiatry.

It's essential for people to know when they are depressed because then they stop misinterpreting their lives. For example, if you know you’re depressed, you don’t think, "I’m upset because of my ...

A woman starting to feel an early sign of depression. It’s normal to feel sad sometimes, particularly as a reaction to a specific life event, like not getting a job you applied for or a friend moving ...

Children as young as six can experience depression and anxiety, and parents should watch for mood changes, social withdrawal, risk-taking behaviors and seek professional help if needed.

New research suggests a possible link between depression and serious brain disorders.

Depression is a silent intruder that can seep into your life without warning, affecting people of all backgrounds, including the Black community. Often, people associate depression with extreme ...

Stella Olise of the Harris Center explains how depression can look different in Black girls and how families can recognize the signs.

Everybody gets depressed sometimes, typically in response to events or experiences in which goals go unmet and expectations are dashed, but such reactions tend to be short-lived. Depression is ...