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depression

[dih-presh-uhn] / dɪˈprɛʃ ən /




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Oh Sun-hwa, a nurse who recommended the doll to Bang, said she had seen it significantly ease depression among seniors living alone.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Research also shows they may contribute to faster cognitive decline, a higher risk of depression, and an increased likelihood of falls.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

New dads face psychological pressures, from sleepless nights to sky-high bills, which can contribute to postpartum depression.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

I don’t want to see him unless he gets help for his anger or depression.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

He married and has two children, but watching television footage of the Gulf War in 1990 threw him into a deep depression.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge




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