Depression: Is it just a slump or something more?
It's normal to get the blues occasionally, but if things turn a little blacker, it may be time to take your symptoms more seriously. One in 10 people in the United States has depression, a condition that can be accompanied by physical symptoms such as aches and pains, fatigue, and changes in sleep or appetite. People who have depression are at higher risk for cardiovascular disease and possibly dementia.
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