Are you feeling really sad, tired, and worried most of the time? Are these feelings lasting more than a few days? If yes, you may have depression. Depression is a (S1)   medical illness that (S2)   the brain.

You may want to know why you feel “depressed.” There may be (S3)   causes. Depression may happen because of (S4)   in your brain. Depression runs in some (S5)   . This (S6)   that someone in your family such as a grandparent, parent, aunt, uncle, cousin, sister or brother may have depression. Sometimes (S7)  events or losses such as deaths can lead to depression. Sometimes the cause of depression is not clear.

Don’t wait. Talk to your doctor about how you're feeling (S8)   . If you don’t have a doctor, check your local phone book. (S9)   . Call one near you and ask for help. (S10)   . Ask your doctor which type is best for you. Some people need both treatments to feel better.