We're in the Depression Era...And It's Getting Worse According to the World Health Organization (WHO), major depression is the leading cause of disease burden in North America and high-income countries. It is the fourth leading cause worldwide; by 2030, it is expected to be the second leading cause of disease burden worldwide. (1) "Depression" generally refers to chronic or severe levels of sadness, anxiety, perceived helplessness, insomnia and disinterest, among other related feelings. Depression... read more
