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Depression: More than a one person struggle

LS investigates the world of depression

Depression can affect one in four people during their lifetime, so the chances are that if you are reading this in a group, someone has had or will have depression at some point.   

However, can you talk about depression if you’ve never suffered from it yourself? The answer is yes. The friends, housemates or coursemates of a sufferer can burdened with dealing with the condition too. Regardless, it is a tough time for all involved.

Depression is a word used by lots of people. Some use it to describe low moods which last for a short time, but others use it to describe a prolonged period of time of feeling unhappy or at worst, potentially suicidal. The trouble is, no matter how much you support someone, it’s hard to know what is going on inside their head.

Being there for someone can make a huge difference, but it can also be incredibly difficult and stressful, despite being a good deed.

Everyone is aware of the warning signs of depression, but what would you do if someone you knew or cared… Continue reading...