Example: Depression causes persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
Definition
"The depression" in medicine refers to a mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest or pleasure in daily activities. It often affects mood, behavior, and physical well-being, leading to significant impairment in social and occupational functioning.
The term "the depression" originates from the Latin word 'deprimere,' meaning 'to press down.' It was adopted into English in the 17th century to describe a state of lowered spirits or mood. Did you know? The medical use of "depression" to describe a mental condition became common only in the 20th century as psychological science developed.
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"The depression" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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