How common is depression?

The following depression statistics present a look at the scope of depression and how it affects adult men and women.

Depression Statistics

• Depression is a common emotional disorder affecting about 7% (13-14 million people) in any given year.
• Only 20% of those who experience depression will receive an appropriate treatment plan.
• 16% of all adults will experience depression.
• 97% of those suffering from depression say their work, home life, and relationships are negatively affected

Depression in Women

• Depression is the leading cause of disability in women.
• Depression in women usually occurs between the ages of 25 and 44.
• 7 million women in the United States are clinically depressed.
• 1 in 5 women will develop clinical depression over the course of her life.
• Only 1/3 of depressed women will seek professional help.
• About 10% of women will experience postpartum depression after childbirth.
• Women are twice as likely as men to develop depression.

Depression in Men

• Though women experience depression twice as often as men, men are three times more likely to commit suicide.
• Suicide is most common among men who are separated, widowed, or divorced.
• Retired and unemployed men have a higher chance of developing depression.