Women and Depression
Women and Depression by Paula Hernandez, published by Nova Science Publishers in 2008, is a comprehensive examination of a significant medical issue affecting a substantial portion of the adult population. This edition spans 618 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into the complexities of major depression, which is characterized by persistent symptoms that disrupt an individual’s thoughts, behavior, and overall health, distinguishing it from typical emotional responses.
Readers will find an in-depth exploration of the prevalence of depression, particularly among women, and the factors contributing to this disparity. The text discusses the implications of untreated depression, including its potential to lead to increased severity and frequency of episodes, as well as the risk of suicide. This work incorporates the latest research in medical, psychiatric, and psychological fields, making it a valuable resource for those interested in understanding mood disorders and their impact on women’s health.
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Depression is a serious medical illness affecting 5 to 8 percent of the adult population in a given year. Unlike normal emotional experiences of sadness, loss, or passing mood states, major depression is persistent and can significantly interfere with an individual’s thoughts, behavior, mood, activity, and physical health. Among all medical illnesses, major depression is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. and many other developed countries. Depression occurs twice as frequently in women as in men, for reasons that are not fully understood. More than half of those who experience a single episode of depression will continue to have episodes that occur as frequently as once or even twice a year. Without treatment, the frequency of depressive illness as well as the severity of symptoms tends to increase over time. Left untreated, depression can lead to suicide. This new book presents the latest research in the field.
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