Summary: According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States. As treatable as this disease may be, nearly half of the estimated 16 million Americans suffering from MDD go untreated. MDD is a serious emotional and biological disease that affects one’s thoughts, feelings, behavior, mood and physical health. Symptoms include depressed mood, lack of interest, changes in appetite, sleep disturbances, movement changes, loss of energy, feelings of hopelessness or guilt, poor concentration, and thoughts of death or suicide. Dr. Masand will lend his expertise as a leading specialist in psychiatric disorders. He will provide valuable information about MDD, the symptoms to look for when diagnosing MDD, and treatment options.
