So you’re sad all the time and don’t want to do stuff. It’s actually way more complicated than that.
Most of the things people will say to help you are profoundly and dangerously unhelpful.
Thanks to a plethora of misinformation about what depression actually is, people often seem to think that saying things like "just be happier," "don't be depressed," and "just try harder" are legitimate pieces of advice. They are not.
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It physically hurts.
In the human body's least amusing attempt at metaphor, many depressed people report physical symptoms like muscle ache, joint pain, and stabbing sensations in the chest. If you are depressed and feeling pain, check with your doctor to discuss possible causes.
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Asking for help feels counterintuitive.
One of the many lies depression will tell you is that nobody cares about you, so you won't want to "bother" people by reaching out to them. Fight this lie. Wrestle it to the ground. Punch it in the face. Somebody will listen to you.
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Your relationship with food changes to "it's complicated."
Whatever moderation there is between "forgetting to eat for a day" and "eating all of the things" just isn't on the menu anymore. Poor eating habits can make depression worse, though, so seek medical help if your diet becomes worrisome for you.
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