The Social Side of Depression

Depression is about much more than "bad chemistry"--and it's contagious. How you can help stop the spread.
Michael D. Yapko, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and marriage and family therapist recognized for his work in hypnosis, brief psychotherapy, and the treatment of depression. See full bio

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Some 15 million Americans struggle with depression—an illness that comes in many forms—from major depression and seasonal affective disorder, to dysthymia and bipolar disorder.

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