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Do doctors know of different types of depression?
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Yes: From the chronic to the temporary situational and so many others.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Depression can be : A reaction to a bad situation or a chronic condition unrelated to anything specific in your life. It can be a continual, low-level condition, or it can be more severe & be off and on. It can be seasonal. It can be combined with manic periods. It can be a result of medications, drugs, or certain medical conditions. They all have various names but common symptoms described in other answers.
Answered 12/9/2013
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