Depression: Out of the Shadows

Depression: Out of the Shadows (2008)

May 21st, 20081h 30min

Documentary
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This PBS documentary explores depression, a debilitating disease that affects millions of Americans. Touching the lives of people from diverse backgrounds, depression still carries a stigma that causes some sufferers to go without treatment. Real people with depression talk about their experiences, and scientists offer commentary to shed light on the disease, including its diagnosis, treatment and current research.


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