• During any given year, depressive disorders affect more than 19 million American adults. This includes major depressive disorder, dysthymic disorder, and bipolar disorder.
• Pre-schoolers represent the fastest-growing market for antidepressants. At least four percent of preschoolers—more than one million—are clinically depressed.
• The rate of increase of depression among children is 23%.
• In most developed countries, 15% of the population suffers from severe depression.
• An estimated 30% of women are depressed.
• 41% of depressed women are too embarrassed to seek help.
• 80% of depressed people are not currently receiving any treatment.
• An estimated 15% of depressed people commit suicide.
• By 2020, depression will be the second largest killer after heart disease. Furthermore, studies indicate that depression is a contributing factor to fatal coronary disease.
• Depressive disorders are appearing earlier in life. The average age of onset 50 years ago was 29; recent statistics show the average age of onset is between 14 and 15 years old.
• Depressive disorders often co-occur with anxiety disorders and substance abuse.
• Nearly twice as many women as men suffer with depression each year.

If you or a loved one are suffering from depression, contact Solace Counseling. We can create a customized treatment plan to suit the specific needs of the patient. We also offer family counseling. This can be a great tool to help loved ones understand what the depressed person is going through.