This article is targeted towards a general audience. The article provides general information on depression by discussing such topics as the clinical features & classifications of suicide; suicide risk factors; & the diagnosis of depression. The article concludes with a section on the management of depression, which includes available treatments & service organizations that deal with depression. The article contains a risk assessment that classifies low level risk as suicidal ideation without attempt, & high level risk in which there is a plan for the suicidal actions. (AK)