The United States Preventive Services Task Force (part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) has recently announced its newest recommendation which is that medical doctors routinely screen for depression, especially in children, young adults, and women who have recently been pregnant. Depression has many symptoms, but in early stages it may be barely noticeable. Feeling less excited about things than you once were or experiencing sleep disturbance or a loss of energy are a couple of examples. Asking questions about these and other symptoms can help doctors spot the diagnosis of major depression early enough to help prevent a disabling or life-threatening condition.