TED-ED VIDEO: The science of depression

[Ryan Goble]

What is depression? - Helen M. Farrell Animation by Artrake Studio Depression is the leading cause of disability in the world; in the United States, close to ten percent of adults struggle with the disease. But because it’s a mental illness, it can be a lot harder to understand than, say, high cholesterol. Helen M. Farrell examines the symptoms and treatments of depression, and gives some tips for how you might help a friend who is suffering. View full lesson »