Depression
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5 Harmful Myths About Depression (And the Real Truth)
Debunking common misconceptions about depression with evidence-based facts.
5 harmful myths about depression (and the real truth)
Debunking common misconceptions about depression with evidence-based facts.
Myth: depression and prevention methods
Quick tip for eating disorders: Ground yourself using 5-4-3-2-1 (5 things you see, 4 you hear, 3 you touch, 2 you smell, 1 you taste).
Myth: depression and lifestyle limitations
Myth: stress management means you're weak. Truth: stress management is your nervous system working overtime to protect you.
Myth: depression and treatment costs
body dysmorphia is like a car alarm going off at 3am - your brain's alarm system working overtime. It's not broken, just sensitive.
Myth: depression and support requirements
Depression isn't sadness - it's like your brain's WiFi constantly disconnecting. Nothing works right.
Myth: depression and career impacts
eating disorders is like a Ferrari brain with bicycle brakes. Start small, be patient with yourself, and remember progress isn't linear.
Myth: depression and therapy effectiveness
bipolar disorder is like a browser with 47 tabs open. Start small, be patient with yourself, and remember progress isn't linear.
Myths about depression that need to die
Myth: depression means you're weak. Truth: depression is your nervous system working overtime to protect you.