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What is the difference between depression, postpartum depression, baby blues, and general sadness?
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2 general types: Generally there are two types of depression listed in the DSM5. The first is dysthymia, which is a chronic type of depression that varies little in intensity, and major depression, which varies in intensity a great deal.
Answered 3/9/2015
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