What Is Depression?
Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss. Also called major depressive disorder, it affects how you feel, think, and behave.
— The Mayo Clinic
What Causes It?
Neurobiological Factors
Harvard Medical School
- It's not just "too little" of a single chemical.
- Result of faulty mood regulation, genetic vulnerability, and stressful life events.
- Millions of chemical reactions are responsible for your mood and perception.
Symptoms of Depression
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The Reality
264M
People Worldwide
1 in 5
Women
1 in 8
Men
18-25
Highest Rates
"Illness, not Weakness"
It is not your fault
You Are Not Alone.
There are people just like you, in moments just like this. You can make it through this.
Session Skill
Write For Your Life
Writing out what is going on inside of you is a crucial life skill to help you regulate emotions.
The Goal: Write nonstop for 3 minutes.
3:00
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