Awareness is key to fighting depression

A spate of suicides around the country by gay teens and young adults has directed the spotlight on depression. Dr. Meena Vimalananda, medical director of child and adolescent services at Sheppard Pratt Health System in Baltimore, calls depression a long and painful illness. She said the pain is deep and remains a source of shame for most people. But better understanding of the illness is leading to improved treatment outcomes.

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