Depression is a common mental disorder. Globally, more than a 264million people of all ages suffer from depression.
Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide and is a major contributor to the overall global burden of disease.
More women are affected by depression than men.
Depression can lead to suicide.
There is an effective psychological and pharmacological treatment for moderate and severe depression.
According to researchers, depression can cause the release of steroid hormones such as glucocorticoid, which can decrease testosterone levels as well as sperm production
Source: www.news-medical.net & www.who.int