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I've been feeling depressed recently. Can you tell me what depression is and what I can do about it?
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Depression is a mental health issue that affects millions of people around the world. It’s characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, worthlessness, and low self-esteem. There are many different types of depression, but they all involve a loss of interest in activities or hobbies that were once enjoyable, difficulty concentrating, and thoughts of suicide or death. The good news is that there are treatments for depression such as medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, and support from family and friends.