Depression facts

Depression can affect people of any age or background. It is not laziness, weakness or a lack of character. It is a health condition that deserves proper care.

Safety first: If depression includes thoughts of suicide or self-harm, seek urgent help immediately through local emergency services, a crisis support service or the nearest emergency department.

Helpful facts

Depression can have emotional, physical, social and thinking symptoms.
People may appear to function while still suffering deeply.
Stress, grief, trauma, isolation, medical conditions, medication effects, alcohol or drug use and family history can all play a role.
Many people improve with treatment and support.
Early help is better than waiting until everything feels unmanageable.

Treatment

Treatment should be discussed with a qualified health professional. Depending on the person, support may include psychological therapy, medical review, medication, sleep and routine support, exercise planning, social connection and safety planning.

Take the next step toward support

Information can be helpful, but lasting progress often begins when you seek treatment and support. If fear, anxiety, avoidance, low mood, OCD symptoms or eating concerns are affecting your life, please speak with a qualified health professional.

Our AI Phobia Support Chat can help you calmly explore what is happening and prepare questions for a doctor, psychologist or counsellor. It does not replace professional care.

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Seek treatment early

If fear, panic, avoidance, low mood, OCD symptoms or eating concerns are affecting daily life, please seek treatment from a qualified GP, psychologist, counsellor or mental health professional.

In crisis?

If you feel at risk of harming yourself or someone else, contact local emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department now.