How serious is clinical depression?

Major or clinical depression is a serious but treatable illness. Depending on the severity of symptoms, your primary care doctor or a psychiatrist may recommend treatment with an antidepressant medication. read more

Depression (major depressive disorder or clinical depression) is a common but serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working. To be diagnosed with depression, the symptoms must be present for at least two weeks. read more

It should be considered as serious, and have the same social sympathies and support as cancer. Many forms and stages of cancers can be treated/managed successfully- as can some people with depression. read more