American Psychiatry Association has defined it as “a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act”.
There are many types of depression. They are Bipolar Disorder, Major Depression, Persistent Depressive Disorder, Postpartum Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder, Psychotic Depression, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, “Situational Depression’, Atypical Depression.
Depression is treated using medication and therapy. Complementary medicines like Homeopathy, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicines are used for the treatment of depression.
