Today is Depression Screening Day

[lianhanshee]

Besides being National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October is also National Depression Awareness Month. And today, October 4, is National Depression Screening Day.

I'll come right out and say it: I've been struggling with severe depression for years. I resisted treatment, therapy, and medication for a long, long time. Once I got over my

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[themightybee]

Dysthymia sufferer checking in! I know what a bitch depression can be, and I hope everyone reading your post takes it to heart. I wasn't diagnosed until after high school and I regret not taking it seriously beforehand.

[ratphooey]

Thank you so much for posting about this!

[anoel]

Isn't depression just another word for being "bummed out"?
Dwight, you ignorant slut!

It just had to be said. But to be serious, I'm really glad you posted this. I'm sorry you've had a struggle with it and I really hope you feel better.

[moireach]

I'm glad you posted this. <3