• Depression is a common mental disorder. Globally, more than 350 million people of all ages suffer from depression.
• Depressive disorders are more common among persons with chronic conditions(obesity, cardiovascular desease, diabetes, asthma, arthritis, and cancer. Also, among those with unhealthy behaviors(smoking, physical inactivity, and binge drinking.
• Depression increases each year by 20%
• Depression affects 1 out of 10 Americans at some point in life
• Depression is more prevalent more in the ages of 45-64
• Depression affects African Americans and Hispanics more than any other ethnicity
• Depression heavily affects those who are either unemployed or recently divorced

Via heathline.com and cdc.gov

For tips and treatment for coping with depression, visit Depression – Mental Health