Many people suffer from bouts of depression. It is estimated that depression affects more than 19 million Americans each year. Roughly 15% of Americans will experience depression at least once in their lives. Depression is an "equal opportunity" condition, cutting across social, racial, religious and economic classes. Women are nearly twice as likely as men to have a depressive illness during adulthood.

The good news is there are many effective ways to manage and even overcome this syndrome.

Gentle Ways to Ease Depression will help you uncover 9 simple ways to help you get up when you're down.