It's no secret there are many depressed people in the world. In the United States, in 2020, about 21 million adults and 4.1 million adolescents (NIMH, 2022) suffered at least one major depressive ...

We often mix up depression with sadness because both are linked to distress. Plus, since they're so commonly used, we mistakenly think they're the same. However, there are certain behaviors that will ...

Researchers still don’t understand what, exactly, causes depression. But what is clear is this: It doesn’t have anything to do with waking up and simply choosing not to appreciate all the good things ...

When I'm depressed, sometimes all I need are my friends to witness me and acknowledge that I exist, just as I am.

Depression is a common but serious mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and functions in everyday life. It’s more than just feeling sad or going through a tough time.

High-functioning depression can sit behind a polished life, making it hard for friends, colleagues, and even the person ...

Sometimes in counseling, I see couples where both partners tend toward depression. When two people with negative worldviews meet, there is a sense of “coming home.” Whether they meet the criteria for ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Researchers still don’t understand what, exactly, causes depression. But what is clear is this: It doesn’t ...