Posted on 2022-01-26 1:00 AM By ConnexOntario
Depression is a common but treatable mood disorder. It’s known for causing persistent sadness and for limiting a person’s ability to face their daily activities. This article explores depression, helping you better recognize its symptoms, and find ways to fight it.
WHAT IS DEPRESSION?
Depression can be a serious illness that negatively affects the way you think and feel. Our body’s biochemistry plays a role, as certain chemicals in the brain can add to the symptoms of depression. There’s also a genetic component, in fact studies have found that if one twin is diagnosed with depression, there’s a 70% chance the other is also battling its symptoms.
Personality can sometimes play a factor in depression, as those with low self-esteem or anxiety are likely to experience depression at some point. Finally, our environment, including people around us, may cause some to be vulnerable to depression. This is especially true for those exposed to violence, poverty, or neglect.
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