Feeling down doesn't have to define you forever.
1 in 4 people will experience at least one mental health disorder in their lives, and 1 in 10 will deal with depression at some point. Good news: Depression is a very treatable condition.
Depression is an illness that causes you to feel sad, lose interest in activities that you've always enjoyed, withdraw from others, and have little energy. It's different from normal feelings of sadness, grief, or low energy.
Symptoms of depression include:
- Feeling sad or hopeless
- Losing interest in or no longer getting pleasure from most daily activities
- Sleeping too much or too little
- Difficulty focusing, remembering things, or making decisions
Depression can affect anyone, including children, teens, and adults. Women experience depression about twice as often as men.
Learn more about what depression is and what causes it, who's at risk, and other symptoms.
Resources from Kaiser
As a Kaiser Permanente member, we want to care for the whole you. Here are some resources available to you:
- Nurse advice line: 1-800-813-2000 (TTY 711)
- Health coaches have information and tools that may help: 503-286-6816 (TTY 711)
- Make an appointment for therapy or other counseling services: 1-855-632-8280 (TTY 711)
- Crisis Line: 1-866-453-3932 (TTY 711)
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