I. Definitions of depression
The challenge of defining depression
The syndrome of clinical depression
When should I worry that I might be depressed?
The prevalence of depression
The consequences of depression
II. Origins of depression and the depression epidemic
Biological contributions to depression
Environmental and psychological contributions to depression
Depression throughout the life course
Why is there an epidemic of depression?
III. Remedies for depression
What are my treatment options?
What can the depressed person do for themself?
How to talk about depression and help a depressed person
IV. Life after depression
What is the long-term prognosis for depression?
Charting a new future for depression.
