Depression Basics - How much do you know?

Objective: Learn about or brush up on some of the basics of depression.

By Teri Robert

Which of the following statements is true

Depression is one of the most common psychiatric disorders, and it can be treated.
Depression is rare, and effective treatment is just as rare.
Depression is one of the most common psychiatric disorders, but effective treatment is extremely rare.

Question 1 of 5

(1 out of 1) Correct! Unfortunately, depression is not a rare disorder. It's one of the most common mental health disorders. On the up side, depression IS a treatable illness with many treatment options. See our videos and Treatment Section for more information.

(0 out of 1) Incorrect! Unfortunately, depression is not a rare disorder. It's one of the most common mental health disorders. On the up side, depression IS a treatable illness with many treatment options. See our videos and Treatment Section for more information.