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Gender Differences in Depression

Women are reported to experience depression significantly more often than men. Theories about why this occurs and debate about whether these statistics are true.

Antidepressant Effects: The Same for Men and Women?

Are there gender differences in antidepressant response?

Are There Gender Differences in Suicide Methods?

Are there gender differences in suicide methods? Is it true that men choose more violent methods to kill themselves?

Is There a Difference Between Male and Female Depression Symptoms?

Is there a difference between male and female depression symptoms?

Poll: Gender Differences in Depression

For several years now we have been running an informal poll among our visitors to determine if the ratio of male to female users of this site is consistent with the statistics which report that women suffer from depression more frequently than men. Will you help us with the poll? Please click through and select your gender.

Why Is Depression More Common in Women Than in Men?

Is depression really more common in women than in men? Why does this difference exist?

Female Gender, Mood Disorders Are Historically Related

Report on a conference on women and mood disorders.

Higher Rates of Depression in Women

Some possible explanations for why women suffer from depression more often than men. NAMI Helpline fact sheet.

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