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Four facts about depression

Four facts about depressionThink you may be battling depression? Our medical team offers information about the condition, where it stems from and what impact it can have on your life. Arm yourself with our basic facts about depression.

  • Depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain.
  • Depression affects everyone differently.
  • Depression often carries a stigma for some people who consider it a weakness or character flaw.
  • Depression often expresses itself as poor concentration, fatigue or irritability.

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