Figure 1: Depression and Nutrition What is depression? According to World Health Organisation (WHO), depression is a common mental disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide and is major contributor to the global burden of disease. It was reported that globally, more than 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression. Depression can cause the affected person to suffer greatly and function poorly at work, school and in the family. At its worst, depression can lead to suicide. Suicide due to depression is second leading cause of death in 15-29 years old. The burden of depression and other mental health conditions is on the rise globally. TYPES OF DEPRESSION: Broadly there are four d...
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