Overview
Definition
Persistent feeling of sadness or loss of interest.
Epidemiology
Varies globally. Often age and lifestyle dependent.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Biopsychosocial model.
Clinical Symptoms
- Depressed mood
- anhedonia
- fatigue
- weight changes
- suicidal ideation.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Clinical (SIGECAPS).
Management
- SSRIs
- CBT
- ECT.
Complications
- Suicide
- disability.