I wonder why is this still happening

Why do we hide the fact that we are depressed ? If it is an illness that affects every aspect of our lives why is it considered taboo to acknowledge it in public ?

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YMITheWayIM · 46-50, M

Well in this particular basket case, I have breathtaking communication impairments to live with. Expressing how I actually feel is still a herculean feat. And depression is one stealthy silent killer.

Underconstruction · F

@YMITheWayIM I completely agree. It´s isolating and frustrating.