Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States.
An estimated 21 million adults8.3% of the U.S. populationexperienced a major depressive episode in 2021.
How Depression Feels
Many people believe that depression symptoms must be debilitating to warrant professional help.
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However, some of the subtle signs of depression are often the first indication that something is going on.
Here are some examples of how depression may feel.
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In fact, there are several types of depression.
You dont need a great understanding of what depression feels like toyou; listen to how depression feels tothem.
Summing It Up
Depression is a serious mental health issue.
Although symptoms can vary with severity, its not uncommon to experience many of the feelings described above.
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