What Is Depression?
Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable.
Depression
Learn about depression, including symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and answers to your questions.
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The 2024 Mental Health Services Conference
Save the date to gain new skills through in-depth training at 2024 The Mental Health Services Conference, September 26-28 in Baltimore, MD.
About the Conference
Learn more about the 2024 Mental Health Services Conference, providing up to 17.5 continuing education credits for physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nurses.
Scientific Program Committee
The Scientific Program Committee evaluates abstract submissions for the Mental Health Services Conference and curates the scientific program.
Featured Speakers
Learn more about the featured plenary speakers at the 2025 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles .
Social Determinants of Mental Health Town Hall Series
Social Determinants of Mental Health Town Hall Series
General Members
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Early Career Psychiatrists
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Resident-Fellow Members
View your Resident and Fellow Member benefits and how to get the most out of your APA membership.
Medical Students
View your Medical Student Member benefits and how to get the most out of your APA membership.