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Depression
Depression is a mental illness that may be mild or severe. Types include major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, dysthymic and cyclothymic disorders, postnatal depression and seasonal affective disorder. Seek help early to avoid the risk of other mental health problems.
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Topic: More about depression
Depression and exercise
Exercise may be just as effective as medication to treat mild to moderate depression.
Postnatal depression - the family
A woman with postnatal depression may withdraw from everyone, including her baby and partner
Youth suicide - the warning signs
All suicide threats are serious. You don't have to be a trained professional to help a person contemplating suicide.
