Mental Health as Public Health: Q&A with SAMHSA’s Pamela Hyde

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Teenage Depression – Types of Depression

Depression is a clinical condition categorised by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual as being short-lasting and severe known as a Major Depression Disorder (MDD) or long-lasting but less severe known as Dysthymia Disorder (DD). The onset of a Major Depressive Disorder in teens usually manifests through the teen displaying irritability, low mood or loss of [...]

Project Evolve: Transforming SAMHSA on the Web

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College offers training in counseling veterans

Nov. 14–Chris Johnston, a former Marine who counsels veterans enrolled at College of DuPage, believes social workers need specialized training to help vets — especially those who return from a war zone. “What you hear a lot of times is, ‘They don’t understand me,’” Johnston said. “It is a very, very special population that comes [...]

SAMHSA Seeks Public Input on Publication Topics for the 2012 In Brief and Advisory Series

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Depression Statistics and Their Correlation With Overcoming Depression

Depression takes a heavy toll on our lives. In the current era, almost every individual experiences symptoms of depression at some point in their life. Interestingly, causes of depression are varied. Some of them include genetic traits, escalating tensions, ever demanding work pressure, anxiety, stress and traumatic events happening in life such as an accident, [...]

Administrator Pam Hyde to Participate in #Stopbullying LIVE Townhall Meeting

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What is Depression? Recognise the Various Types

Right now, there are millions of people who are suffering an episode of depression. Many of these people have symptoms so severe that they are not able to function normally. This is what doctors call major depression. At this level the sufferer needs professional help. A person in this state of major depression will sleep [...]

What Is The Difference Between Clinical Depression And Depression?

Millions of people worldwide suffer from depression at some point in their lives. But depression can be simple or severe. Knowing the differences between them is very important in coping with the problem effectively. Definition: Simple Depression vs Clinical Depression Simple depression is exactly what it is – a normal reaction to things and situations [...]

Online Tools for SAMHSA Customers

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