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The mechanism of action of the treatment is not clearly understood, [31] but has been shown to be most effective in the most severely depressed patients. [3] For this reason, electroconvulsive therapy is preferred for the most severe forms of depression or depression that has not responded to other treatments, known as refractory depression. [27]
There is no laboratory test for major depression. [2] Testing however, may be done to rule out physical conditions that can cause similar symptoms. [7] Major depression is more severe, and lasts longer than sadness, which is a normal part of life. [2]
Major depressive disorder affected approximately 163 million people in 2017 (2% of the global population). [8] The percentage of people who are affected at one point in their life varies from 7% in Japan to 21% in France. In most countries the number of people who have depression during their lives falls within an 8–18% range.
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Depression is a major problem globally, affecting an estimated 4.4 percent of the world population in 2017, roughly equivalent to 300 million people. [46] The depression is multifactorial and has been on the increase due to societal pressure, genetic association and increase in use of drugs (Zhang et al. 2016) [full citation needed ...
Premenstrual syndrome: [155] Women experience premenstrual syndrome like physical pains, mood swings, irritability or depression [156] in a few days until 2 weeks of their period with different intensity. [157] Furthermore, 4% to 14% of women experience severe PMS or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), which can decrease life quality. [158]
I have dealt with major depressive disorder and postpartum depression since my he was born. In 2019, about a year later, I sought help. In 2019, about a year later, I sought help.