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Atypical depression

Risk factors

• Depression in women: Understanding the gender gap Depression in women — Learn what factors may set the stage for their increased risk.
• Stress symptoms: Effects on your body and behavior Stress symptoms — Learn how stress can affect your health so that you can take action.
• Postpartum depression Parenthood can trigger many emotions. Understand postpartum depression symptoms and treatment options.

Symptoms

• Male depression: Understanding the issues Male depression — Understand symptoms, consequences and coping skills.
• Depression self-assessment Take this depression self-assessment to help learn whether you have symptoms of depression.

Complications

• Suicide and suicidal thoughts Suicide and suicidal thoughts — Comprehensive overview covers warning signs, causes, risks and treatment.

Treatments and drugs

• Transcranial magnetic stimulation Transcranial magnetic stimulation — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this procedure to treat depression.
• Psychotherapy Psychotherapy — Overview covers definition, risks and results of this mental health treatment.
• Atypical antidepressants Atypical antidepressants — Here's how these antidepressants work and possible side effects.
• Dealing with depression Dealing with depression can be frustrating. But depression can be treated effectively with the right approach.
• Vagus nerve stimulation Vagus nerve stimulation — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this procedure.
• Antidepressants: Selecting one that's right for you Antidepressants — Explore options to treat depression.
• Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) SSRIs — Learn how this popular type of antidepressant works and about its side effects.
• Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) SNRIs — How these antidepressants work and possible side effects.
• Tricyclic antidepressants and tetracyclic antidepressants Tricyclic and tetracyclic antidepressants — How these antidepressants work and possible side effects.
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) MAOIs — Learn about the benefits, side effects and risks of these older antidepressants.
• Treatment-resistant depression Treatment-resistant depression — Explore options when depression doesn't improve.
• Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this treatment for depression.
• Antidepressants: Get tips to cope with side effects Antidepressants — Side effects are common, but don't give up without trying these coping tips.

Lifestyle and home remedies

• Depression and anxiety: Exercise eases symptoms Depression symptoms often improve with exercise. Here are tips to help you get started.

Alternative medicine

• Treatment-resistant depression Treatment-resistant depression — Explore options when depression doesn't improve.
• Massage: Get in touch with its many benefits Massage can be a powerful tool to help you take charge of your health and well-being. See if it's right for you.
• Acupuncture Acupuncture — Overview covers definition, risks, benefits of this alternative treatment.
• Mindfulness exercises: How to get started Mindfulness exercises — Understand ways to practice mindfulness.
• Tai chi: A gentle way to fight stress The gentle movements of tai chi reduce stress and offer other health benefits.

Coping and support

• Depression: Supporting a family member or friend Depression — How to help a family member or friend dealing with this serious mental health condition.

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