What Is Depression?
Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable.
Depression
Learn about depression, including symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and answers to your questions.
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Fellow of the APA
Take the next step in your psychiatric career and become a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.
How to Submit a Member Obituary
APA accepts the submission of member obituaries from contributors. If you are a colleague, friend or family member and would like to submit an obituary to appear on this site, learn more here.
General Member Advancement Form
APA requires that members verify they meet the General Membership requirements by completing the General Member Advancement Form.
Reporting for Incidents of Racism within the APA
This form can be completed by APA members and employees who believe they were subjected to or personally witnessed an incident of racism or discrimination during an APA event or on APA property.
Advanced Alternative Payment Models
Psychiatrists, other physicians, and non-physician practitioners may qualify for Medicare payment incentives for participating in new models of care and delivery that improve quality, lower health care spending, or both.
DSM-5-TR Fact Sheets
Download fact sheets that cover changes in the new edition, updated disorders, and general information about the DSM–5-TR.
2021 DSM-5 Diagnoses and New ICD-10-CM Codes
Updates to the DSM-5 and ICD-10 codes effective as of October 1, 2021.