your relationship begins to suffer.
11. You have a persistent, gnawing feeling that something is wrong. And you’re right!
12. People are talking—you know this because their lips are moving—but you have no idea what they are saying. You aren’t even there.
13. You used to care a lot about what you wore; now you just wear anything that fits.
14. You stay home a little too often, cancel plans with friends and stop doing the things that once made you happy. You start calling in sick at least once a month.
15. You cry a lot and without warning.
Anyone can experience depression, regardless of race, gender, age, income—there are no barriers. Depression can rob an individual of enjoyment found in daily life and can even lead to suicide. Myths and stigmas that surround depression within our community create needless pain and confusion.