Men's Health and Wellbeing Poster - Major Depression Depression, also known as major depression, is a severe, ongoing state of mind characterized by depression and a sense of hopelessness about a long period of time. Other names for major depression include chronic depression and clinical depression. Things feel wrong, you hate your life, being happy seems distant, you have developed a hatred for the people around you and thoughts of suicide keep popping into your head. Does this describe you? If so, you may be suffering from clinical depression, a condition and not a sign of weakness. Information/Facts: Although the cause of major depression is unclear, many professionals believe that depression has to do with changing chemical changes in the body. brain.Denying the problem will only make the problem worsePhysical activity can increase your chances of overcoming depression quicklyThe leading cause of suicide in Canada is mental illness (depression)Up to 90% of those suffering from depression do not receive treatmentDepressants , as since alcohol is not a form of treatment. In fact, they slow down the recovery process. Statistics: Studies show that approximately 11%, or 1 in 9 men (in Canada), have suffered from major depression. 80% of all cases of depression will resolve in about a year. Symptoms of depression do not disappear completely for 20%-30% of people who suffer from depressionEffects of depressionDecreased self-esteemDecreased physical functioningNegative emotionsHigh risk of self-harm/suicideAvoidance of socializingTreatment steps:1. Understand that what you are going through is not a sign of weakness2. Ask for help and ask family for support during the process3. ...... middle of paper ...... pressure: genetics, disease, abuse and more." WebMD. WebMD, n.d. Web. January 9, 2014. Public Health Agency of Canada. "It's your health. "It's your health. Health Canada, 09 February 2009. Web. 11 January 2014. "Signs and symptoms." Homepage. Mood Disorders Association of Canada, n.d. Web. 11 January 2014. "Tips and strategies for preventing depression. " WebMD, n.d. Web. Jan. 11, 2014. "What Does Depression Feel Like?" Wing of Madness Depression Guide, July 1, 2013. Web. Jan. 9, 2014. Long, Phillip W. "MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER." Major Depressive Disorder. Np , n.d. Web. January 10, 2014. “Tests Used to Diagnose Depression.” WebMD, n.d. Web. Goldsmith, Barton. “10 Little-Known Facts About Depression. Psychology Today, July 15, 2009. Web. January 10, 2014.Images;http://guardianlv.com/2013/09/can-religion-and-spirituality-cause-depression/