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Williams, Christopher
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Fall 2021
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2021
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Depression is a mood disorder characterized by feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. These feelings can have a profound impact on one's ability to perform routine daily activities. A form of this illness, major depression disorder, is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States. In this thesis, we review the extant literature regarding the correlates and predictors of depression with emphasis on young adult college women. We also examine the factors that make Black women particularly vulnerable to poorer outcomes with regard to diagnosis and treatment. Key emphasis will be placed on: a) resilience; b) social capital; c) religion; and, d) academic performance. Of special concern are the ways in which Black women manage and cope with depression. To this end, we offer a series of hypothetical case studies that are intended to illustrate common profiles and characterological features of minority women who experience depression. This work has important implications for the ways in which depression is recognized, examined, and treated among college populations.
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