Major depressive disorder (MDD): MDD is a more severe form of depression characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest, and significant impairment in daily life activities.
Psychotherapy:Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, involves meeting with a mental health professional to explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviors associated with mental health conditions such as mild depression.
Placebo effect: The placebo effect refers to the phenomenon where an improvement in symptoms occurs due to the belief that one is receiving treatment when they are actually receiving an inactive substance or intervention.