(BPT) - Have you noticed that someone important to you seems to be feeling sad, empty and lacking energy? Have they lost interest in activities they once enjoyed? Has this been going on for two weeks or more? It’s possible that they may be experiencing symptoms of depression.
People with depression may not recognize that they're depressed or they may feel ashamed, mistakenly thinking they should be able to overcome any negative feelings with willpower alone. They may feel like it’s their fault that they’re not enjoying things they once liked to do and not know what to do about it. Depression usually does not get better without treatment and can even get worse, which is why it is important to speak up if you think someone you care about may be suffering.
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