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@ Winner
2025-05-18 14:01:50
Depression is a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is more than just a feeling of sadness or seeing things blue, it is a serious illness that can impact every aspect of a person's life.
WHAT IS DEPRESSION? Depression is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, lost of interest in activities, hopelessness. It can cause physical symptoms like sleep disturbance, overthinking, lost of appetite and so much more.
THE CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS Depression can be triggered by many things, like a combination of generic, physiological and environmental factors. Some of the popular caused factors: 1. Traumatic events or stress 2. Social isolation or loneliness 3. Medical conditions
BREAKING THE SILENCE Depression is often stigmatized, causing may people to suffer in silence without reaching out for help. It is very essential to create supportive environment, where people feel save disclosing their feelings and their struggles
SEEKING HELP
If you know anyone who is struggling with depression, there is always hope. They are treatment options like therapy, medications or lifestyle change can help manage symptoms and improve the quality of life. And if the person doesn't want to open up to other people, try to make yourself available for him/her.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE
Depression is a treatable condition and recovery is possible. And the first step to break free is to seek help,and in process claiming your life.
And remember you are not and will never be alone.