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Prevalence, Impact, and New Treatment Methods for Major Depressive Disorder
This chapter discusses the prevalence and impact of major depressive disorder (MDD) in the United States, highlighting its high prevalence rate and its status as the leading cause of disability in certain age groups. It explores the current treatment methods for MDD, including antidepressant medications and psychotherapy, but also introduces photobiomodulation as a promising therapy technique with minimal or no adverse effects.