Designed to bring together necessary and valuable information for anyone struggling with depression - one of the most common mental health illnesses in the United States -- including family and friends of individuals who are suffering from depression and related mental health issues. For those providing care and support to individuals with depression, this resource provides easy-to-understand and helpful information and connects readers to many sources of support. Depression Handbook & Resource Guide offers statistics, both national and state, as well as discussions about prevention, treatment, and outcomes. It includes details on the major types of depression, including persistent depressive disorder, postpartum depression, psychotic depression, seasonal affective disorder, and bipolar disorder.