DEPRESÂSION: A state of low mood that is described difÂferÂently by peoÂple who expeÂriÂence it. ComÂmonly described are feelÂings of sadÂness, despair, emptiÂness, or loss of interÂest or pleaÂsure in nearly all things. DepresÂsion can also be expeÂriÂenced in other disÂorÂders, such as bipoÂlar disÂorÂder (manic-​depressive disorder).
Source: SAMSA’s National MenÂtal Health InforÂmaÂtion CenÂter
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