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Types of Depression

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Major depression - It is manifested by a combination of symptoms that interfere with the ability to work, study, sleep, eat, and enjoy once pleasurable activities. Such a disabling episode of depression may occur only once but more commonly occurs several times in a lifetime.

Dysthymia - involves long-term, chronic symptoms that do not disable, but keep one from functioning well or from feeling good.

Bipolar disorder - is characterized by cycling mood changes. It is also called manic- depressive illness. Bipolar disorder involves cycles of depression and elation or mania. Mania often affects thinking, judgment, and social behavior in ways that cause serious problems and embarrassment. This phase is often a chronic recurring condition.

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Posted by:  Usama422  Posted on: 11/07/2011
I FEEL PAIns some time in my left arm some time in chest some time in hands, and also i feel that i have heart disease sice last 4 months my heart start beating very fast is it depression, my all results r clear ECG, ECHO and all other tests, iand also my appuitite is very disturb plz help and suggest



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Posted by:  Munesh(Guest)  Posted on: 12/04/2008
Most precise and accurate information.
I feel I am suffering from Negative thoughts.

Please let me know what could be done.




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