Depression
CHRONIC
In Brief
Mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.
Quotes
“Ultimately, depression is self-pity.” ~ T. Robbins
“Pain can be used purposefully.” ~ Unknown
“Depression feels good and bad at the same time.” ~ H. Rollins
“Depression isn’t a war you win. It’s a battle you fight every day.” ~ S. Hutchinson
Resources
Websites
Samhsa.gov
Adaa.org
Helpguide.org
Mayoclinic.org/depression
Mypostpartumvoice.org
Psycom.net
Movies
The Hours
Hamlet
Network
Melancholia
Black-ish
You’re the Worst
Ordinary People
Books
The Happiness Trap
~ R. Harris, S. Hayes
The Noonday Demon
~ A. Solomon
The Hilarious World of Depression
~ J. Moe
Therapy Pros
Talk, cry, shout or just think. Reduces hospitalizations.
Therapy Cons
Men suffer in silence. Stigma, Discrimination, Cost, Poor health services.
