As someone who knows firsthand how dark depression can get, I firmly believe that this is an important social and cultural issue we need to address. Unfortunately, a lot of it boils down to how social media glamorizes and romanticizes depression, making it seem like a 'cute,' 'aesthetic,' or 'quirky' personality trait instead of something that should be taken seriously. Content warning: This article contains depictions of suicidal thoughts and ideation. My Experience with Depression As a Teenager I've been anxious for as long as I can remember, so it wasn't a surprise when I started experiencing symptoms of depression in middle school.

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