Pronunciation

dee-PREH-shun

Definition

A mental condition marked by ongoing feelings of sadness, despair, loss of energy, and difficulty dealing with normal daily life. Other symptoms of depression include feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness, loss of pleasure in activities, changes in eating or sleeping habits, and thoughts of death or suicide. Depression can affect anyone, and can be successfully treated. Depression affects 15-25% of cancer patients.

PBS video on clinical depression outlines the new rising trend of depression in all age groups.

Source

Source: The National Cancer Institute (NCI)