Myth 1. Depression is being “sad”
While one of the first and main characteristics of depression is the sense of doom and extreme sadness, it is not synonymous with it. A person under depression can show and feel many other negative emotions.
Myth 2. There has to be a personal reason behind the onset if depression
Depression is a mental ailment which may or may not be connected with a personal loss or depressing event. Many a time, depression might occur due to excessive stress, some underlying medical condition, or as a side effect of a prescribed medication.
Myth 3. A person suffering from depression is mentally challenged and can’t lead a normal life
This myth is the main reason behind many depressed people isolating themselves from the public and not revealing their issues for fear of being judged. Depression is a mental condition and doesn’t mean that the person is “mad”.
Myth 4. It can be controlled and purely depends on how one sees an issue
Most of the times, a person suffering from depression is blamed for being overly sensitive and exaggerating things. What one fails to see is that these people don’t have a control over their own emotions and can have an emotional outbreak almost anywhere.
Myth 5. They are seeking attention
A person suffering from depression doesn’t really want public attention. They just want to be left alone and be isolated.
Myth 6. It is a sign of weakness
Depression is the exact opposite. It takes a lot of strength and power to make it through each day feeling hopeless and trapped. Fighting through the sadness and other symptoms and showing up for others is nothing but strength.
