Depression

Introduction

Depression is a very common illness. It is a disease that affects the entire mind and body due to changes that happen in the brain. It can happen to anyone. It is often confused with other illnesses. Depression is a very serious disease which should not be taken lightly.

Types and Symptoms of Depression
For additional information

Links

• Canadian Mental Health Association (external link)
  provides information on the signs, causes and treatment of depression
• Depression – what is it? (external link)
• Australian National Depression Initiative - About Depression and Anxiety (external link)
• Depression- BC Partners for Mental Health and Addictions Information (external link)
• Depression Toolkit - BC Partners for Mental Health and Addictions Information (external link)