Your Depression Questions Answered

The first step toward treating depression is recognizing the signs - which is why depression screenings are an important, yet often overlooked, part of routine health care. To help better understand the signs and symptoms of depression, Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman, Senior Vice President of Research at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention ‪@AFSPNational‬, joins us to answer some of the most commonly asked questions and share where you or someone you know can turn for help in a crisis.
If you're thinking about suicide, know someone who is or need to talk with someone, immediately call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor.
00:04 What are some signs of depression?
01:15 What are some causes of depression?
02:09 How can someone get screened for depression?