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Depression: Overview%u2022Persistent low mood or loss of interest/pleasure for > 2 weeksDefinition:%u2022One of:%u2022Constant low mood OR%u2022Loss of interest/pleasure in most activities%u2022Plus three of:%u2022Fatigue,%u2022Worthlessness,%u2022Suicidal thoughts,%u2022Decreased concentration,%u2022Insomnia,%u2022Weight lossDiagnostic criteria:%u2022Chronic mild depression for > 2 yearsDysthymia:%u2022First-line treatment: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)%u2022Examples: Fluoxetine, Sertraline, Citalopram%u2022Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)%u2022Important notes:%u2022Antidepressants typically take 2-4 weeks to show effect%u2022Medication should be continued for at least 6 monthsTreatment