Symptoms are severe and can happen only once in a lifetime but usually there are several episodes. Persistent Depressive disorder manifests with a depressed mood that persists for at least 2 years. There can be episodes of major depression along with periods of less severe symptoms but must last at least 2 years. There are some slightly different forms of depression that can happen under unique circumstances. Psychotic Depression presents with severe depression that includes episodes of psychosis, a break from reality or hearing or seeing distressing things that others cannot. Postpartum depression happens to 10-15 % of women after giving birth and is more serious than the baby blues that come with having a baby change your lifestyle. Seasonal Affective Disorder in the winter months when there is less sunlight some experience an onset of depression that lasts until the spring or
Symptoms are severe and can happen only once in a lifetime but usually there are several episodes. Persistent Depressive disorder manifests with a depressed mood that persists for at least 2 years. There can be episodes of major depression along with periods of less severe symptoms but must last at least 2 years. There are some slightly different forms of depression that can happen under unique circumstances. Psychotic Depression presents with severe depression that includes episodes of psychosis, a break from reality or hearing or seeing distressing things that others cannot. Postpartum depression happens to 10-15 % of women after giving birth and is more serious than the baby blues that come with having a baby change your lifestyle. Seasonal Affective Disorder in the winter months when there is less sunlight some experience an onset of depression that lasts until the spring or