A mood disorder that causes persistent sadness and loss of interest, depressive disorder is also called clinical depression. Depression can have a major effect on how an individual thinks, feels and behaves and can lead to loss of motivation and focus. Not merely a “case of the blues,” depression is not a weakness but a disorder that may require long-term treatment that may involve a combination of medication and counseling.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Psychiatry
A department providing mental health and behavioral health care, including therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders, with personalized support and professional …
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Psychiatry (Pediatrics)
Pediatric mental health care from pediatric psychiatrists offering assessment and personalized treatment for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other emotional or behavioral concerns.
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Adolescent Medicine
A pediatric primary care program specializing in pediatric and adolescent medicine, providing comprehensive, age-appropriate care for teens and young adults.
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Boston Center for Refugee Health and Human Rights
A refugee center providing medical care, mental health support, and human rights services for refugees and asylum seekers, addressing trauma, complex needs, and barriers to care t…
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Integrated Behavioral Health
A program within the Department of Psychiatry providing behavioral health services integrated into other departments and supporting patients with mental health needs through coord…
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RESTORE Center
RESTORE (REcovery from Stress and Trauma through Outpatient care, Research, and Education) provides mindfulness and cognitive–behavioral treatments for post-traumatic stress disor…
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Clinic
The Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Clinic at Boston Medical Center provides care to patients with major depressive disorder.