COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT DEPRESSION

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COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT DEPRESSION
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Introduction To Depression
Depression or clinical depression goes beyond
simple mental wellness issues. It is a serious
problem that plagues millions of people around
the world. It can get debilitating to the point
where people cannot function as normal
individuals and it ends up reflecting in their
interactions and relationships as well. The first
step towards battling this on a macro level is to
first truly understand this issue.
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Depression Is The Same As Sadness
One can in fact blame linguistic cues for this
common misconception. We are guilty of using the
phrase 'I am depressed' to convey that we are
feeling sad or low, which is why when clinical
depression is spoken about, people relate it to
somebody just having a bad day. This further
propagates the myth that depression is something
you can just shake off, something that is just a
passing phase and more of a lifestyle effect than
an actual illness of the mind. There is a strong
need for education in this regard so that people
understand the need for depression help.
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People Suffering From Depression Always Look Sad
This is in-fact a very common misconception.
People automatically assume that if somebody is
battling depression, he or she will necessarily
look sad. A study conducted on many teens across
various universities revealed that in most cases
of depression, their friends and family were
completely unaware of their condition.  A
renowned therapist for teens in Mumbai tells us
that this is a common phenomenon in many Indian
cities and towns.
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Depression Doesn't Have Any Physical Symptoms
While depression is certainly an issue of the
mind, it does manifest itself in the form of many
physical symptoms. As opposed to regular lethargy
that we all feel from time to time, people
suffering from depression literally find
themselves unable to get out of bed in the
morning. Depending on their overall condition,
people with mental health issues can suffer from
everything ranging from dizziness to loss of
appetite and insomnia and these are real,
physical manifestations.
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Depression Can Be Cured Without Medicines
Proper clinical depression often does require
proper medicinal intervention. People usually try
to avoid it by opting for alternatives ranging
from therapy (which can be effective at times) to
just taking a vacation and taking some time off.
Avoiding medication in cases where it is
absolutely needed could prove to be extremely
harmful. There is a strong need to have
meaningful conversations around these topics and
raise awareness.
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THANK YOU
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