Depressive disorders: an updated review
Historical perspective and current classifications
- 60 pages
- 3 hours of reading
The book explores the significant social and economic impact of depression, highlighting its high prevalence and the considerable costs associated with treatment. It addresses the disorder's role as a major suicide risk and a leading cause of mortality, emphasizing its effects on productivity and disability. By examining these aspects, the work underscores the importance of understanding depressive disorders not only within the health system but also in broader societal contexts.
