Preventive intervention for depression in children, adolescents and adults

Depression is a common mental disorder associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Depressive disorders usually occur around the age of 20. However, symptoms may appear earlier, even during childhood. Depressive episodes can be repetitive or chronic, affecting the individual's entire life. Primary prevention of unipolar depressive disorder is a potential strategy to stop or at least reduce the severity or delay the onset of a disorder. Primary preventive interventions are an ideal, modern and future approach that can have many benefits both in terms of population health and economic.