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    Why Sadness Is Different From Depression

    Here is a raw and honest explanation about what depression truly is and why we need to eliminate the mental health stigma.

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    This Is Depression

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    Depression isn't something that you can snap out of. You can't trick yourself out of it by smiling and laughing, and it certainly isn't your fault.

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