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'He feels solitary, indescribably unhappy, as a "creature disinherited of fate" ... with a certain dull submission, which shuts out every comfort, he drags himself with difficulty from one day to another. Life appears to him to be aimless, he thinks that he is superflous to the world. He has a feeling as if something has cracked in him'
Emil Kraepelin, 1921

Depression is one of the most common illnesses in the world. It is extremely debilitating and harmful. Yet it is also the most hidden of illnesses, and no more so than when it comes to men. Men who have Depression are less likely than women to try and get help. Yet it is a treatable illness. It can be controlled and overcome. Sufferers can be cured and lead normal, satisfying lives. That so many people never get treatment for it is tragic. If you think you might have Depression, then please see your doctor. If you know someone who may have it, please help them to get help. In either case, I hope these pages are of some support to you. But please remember that I am not an expert about depression. You are

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Updated April 2000