Depression Diagnosis

A proper diagnosis can bring support to you or a loved one living with depression. Learn what characterizes depression and how it differs from feeling sad.
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The Symptoms of Depression You Don't Know About
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Are There Stages of Depression?
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What Are the ICD-10 Criteria for Depression?
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What Is the Beck Depression Inventory?
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What Is the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)?
The DSM-5 made some changes to the diagnosis of depression.
How Depression Is Diagnosed According to the DSM-5
Depression affects people from all walks of life.
Depression Statistics Everyone Should Know
Depression can be considered a systemic disease.
Is Depression a Disease?
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All About the PHQ-9: Patient Healthcare Questionnaire for Depression
Depressed older woman
Overview of the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)
Differences between atypical vs. clinical depression
What Is Atypical Depression?
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Should You See a Doctor, Psychiatrist, or Therapist for Depression?
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Are There Lab Tests for Depression?
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Depression vs. Bipolar Disorder
There are many types of depression tests.
Screening for Depression: How Depression Tests Work
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Difference Between Provisional and Differential Diagnoses