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  • Psychotic depression

    Read about psychotic depression, a severe form of depression where people experience the usual symptoms of depression, plus delusions and hallucinations.

  • Postnatal depression

    Postnatal depression is a type of depression that many parents experience after having a baby. It's a common problem, affecting more than 1 in every 10 women within a year of giving birth.

  • Depression

    Depression is a low mood that can last a long time or keep returning, affecting your everyday life.

  • Depression in adults

    Read about depression in adults, including how to tell if you're depressed, the treatments for different severities of depression, and how making lifestyle changes can help.

  • How to help someone with depression

    Find out what to do if you think someone is feeling depressed, including the signs to look for and how to help a person who's feeling down.

  • NHS talking therapies for anxiety and depression

    How to access free psychological therapies (talking therapies) like cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), counselling and guided self-help on the NHS.

  • How to cope with depression

    How to cope with depression, including when to seek professional help. Tips include staying active, not drinking too much alcohol and sticking to a routine.

  • Exercise for depression

    Find out the benefits of exercise for depression, including how to get exercise on prescription.

  • Get help with low mood, sadness or depression

    Read practical tips and advice on what to do if you're struggling with a low mood, sadness or depression.

  • Treatment - Postnatal depression

    Speak to a GP or health visitor if you think you might have postnatal depression. With treatment most women make a full recovery.