HISTORY OF DEPRESSION: Depressive illness has been known since biblical times. The word depression comes from the Latin word deprimere (to press down). Thus it means feeling pressed down, sad or low. In the late Middle Ages, religious leaders believed depression was caused by posession of evil spirits. The German religious reformer Martin Luther wrote All heaviness of the mind and melancholy comes of the Devil. Through the years depression has been treated with such …showed first 75 words of 1827 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1827 total…illness is easy to notice from the outside propherties while mental one can be hidden, but that doesn't mean mental illness is less dangerous. Notice that mood affects the walk. Depression effects include stumped posture and slow walk. Manic depression effects include agitated movements, fast walking and pacing back and forth. So, if you suspect someone you know has a case of depression, check on how they walk throughout a week or two. Word Count: 1852