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Depression
Mood, routines, and peer support with moderated crisis resources
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider about your specific condition and treatment.
Get help now
If you are thinking about ending your life or hurting yourself, you do not have to carry it alone. Help exists right now, and reaching for it is not an overreaction.
- In the US: call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Free, confidential, answered 24 hours a day. You can also chat at 988lifeline.org.
- Outside the US: call your local emergency number - 911 in the US, 999 in the UK, 112 in the EU - or find the crisis line for your country at findahelpline.com.
- If you have already hurt yourself or taken something: call emergency services now. Do not wait to see whether it gets worse.
What happens when you call - and what to do if you are worried about someone else.
When to seek help
If you are thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 in the US (the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) or the crisis line for your country, or go to the nearest emergency room right away.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, contact your local emergency services immediately.
Overview
Depression is a common but serious mood disorder that affects how you feel, think, and handle daily life. It is treatable, and you are not alone.
Symptoms
- Persistent sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
- Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy
- Changes in sleep or appetite
- Low energy and trouble concentrating
- Thoughts of death or self-harm
Causes
A combination of genetics, brain chemistry, stressful life events, and medical conditions. It is not a sign of weakness.
Types
- Major depressive disorder
- Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia)
Join the Depression community
Talk with people who understand, share what helps, and find support from others living with depression. Private, moderated, and free.
Posts in this community reflect personal experiences, not medical advice. Always talk to your doctor before changing your treatment.