Dr. Faye Vargas Morris:The Silence of Depression & Violence in Black Communities

In case you missed the show last week, you have to check this one out. 

Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. You may have trouble doing normal day-to-day activities, and sometimes you may feel as if life isn't worth living.

More than just a bout of the blues, depression isn't a weakness and you can't simply "snap out" of it. Depression may require long-term treatment. But don't get discouraged. Most people with depression feel better with medication, psychological counseling or both.

About Dr. Vargas Morris : Faye Vargas Morris, MD is an Internist and co-founder of Atlanta Vanguard Medical Associates. Dr. Vargas Morris has practiced Internal Medicine in both hospital and outpatient settings in New York City and upstate New York from 2003 to 2006 and later served as a Medical Director for CareCore National. She is a music lover and enjoys dancing, cooking, traveling, exercising and spending time with her two sons Michael III and Xavier.