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8 Reasons Why You Feel Depressed

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Depression is a mental illness that negatively affects the way you feel, the way you act, and the way you think. Millions of people all over the world fall victim to it every year, but most of us remain ignorant of its nature and causes. According to the American Psychological Association (2013), clinical depression as a mood disorder characterized by low energy, fatigue, loss of interest, lack of motivation, diminished ability to feel pleasure, and a depressed mood that’s present more often than not. The number one most rampant psychiatric condition worldwide, it’s estimated that over 1 in every 6 (16.6%) of people all over the world will experience depression at some point in their lives (American Psychiatric Association, 2015). While none of these causes are singular or direct causes, they can provide insights into why some people are more prone to depression than others.

Disclaimer: Do not use this video to self diagnose. Seek a professional.

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References:

American Psychological Association (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – 5th Edition. Washington, DC; APA Publishing.
American Psychiatric Association (2015). “What is Depression?” Retrieved 07 April 2020 from www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/depression/what-is-depression
Carter, J. S., & Garber, J. (2011). Predictors of the First Onset of A Major Depressive Episode: Stress and Negative Cognitions. Journal of Abnormal Psychology, 120(4), 779-796.
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Lan, R., & Eley, S. E. (2010). A Study on the Clinical Features of Major Depressive Disorder on Adolescents and Their Relatives. Journal of Abnormal Psychology, 111(38), 98-106.
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