Depression in Adults :
Depression is one of the mood disorders causing extreme feelings of sadness for a longer duration and disinterest in things and activities. There are different types of depression, such as persistent depressive disorder (PDD), clinical depression (major depressive disorder), disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), depression disorder due to other health conditions, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). There are other forms of major depressive disorder, such as prenatal depression, postpartum depression, seasonal affective disorder, and atypical depression. There are some risk factors that cause depression, such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, cancer, seizures, chronic pain, multiple sclerosis, macular degeneration, cancer, etc. The symptoms of depression can be being sad, irritated, insomnia, lack of appetite, self harm and suicidal thoughts. Treatment options for depression can be medications, psychotherapy, brain stimulation therapy, etc.