Research regarding the topic of depression. Including stats within the US, the changes of the commonality of the diagnosis, and the trend within the recent years. Populations it commonly affects and the causes behind it. Recommended treatments. Public opinion/views regarding the diagnosis of depression, the preconceived ideas / misunderstandings. What is (if anything) is being done to correct the misinformation and what a recommended idea of changing the public’s perspective on depression would include.