World Health Day 2017 - Depression: Let's talk

World Health Day 2017 - Depression: Let's talk

World Health Day 2017 - Depression: Let's talk

The World Health Day this year focuses on ‘depression’.

Depression can be prevented and treated. A better understanding of what depression is, and how it can be prevented and treated, will help reduce the stigma associated with the condition, and lead to more people seeking help.

World Health Day is celebrated on 7 April to mark the founding of WHO.

Campaign posters on depression

Depression: Let's talk - If you are worried that someone in your family is depressed, offer your support. Talking is the first step.

Depression: Let's talk - If you know someone who you think may be considering suicide, talk to them about it

Depression: Let's talk - Depression affects people of all ages. Talking can be the first step towards recovery.

Depression: Let's talk - People who are depressed do not leave their depression at home when they go to work. If you are worried about someone offer your support.

Depression: Let's talk - Depression following childbirth is very common. It can be treated with professional help. Talking is the first step.

Multimedia

Depression Let’s talk Is there something that you’ve lost

Depression Let’s talk: Is there something that you’ve lost?

Depression Let's talk song

Depression: Let's talk song

Additional Information

Depression: What you should know? What you can do?

Fact Sheet on Fact Sheet on Depression

Understanding depression through art