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Lowenna Waters
Jun 20, 2019

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It goes without saying that there is a lot more awareness about mental health conditions now than there used to be, but that there is still a long way to go before stigma is eradicated.
According to the World Health Organisation, one in four people in the world will be affected by mental health or neurological disorders at one point in their lives, and approximately 450 million people are currently suffering from such disorders, placing mental illness as one of the leading causes of ill-health worldwide.
Now, people have been sharing how they deal with depression on Twitter, and it goes without saying that some of the answers could really help other people who may be suffering.
Some said they prefer to say they 'battle' depression.
I have depression. but I prefer to say ' i battle ' depression instead of ' i suffer ' with it. because depression… https://t.co/Ttll2VyzN5— Millionaire Mindset 🏌️ (@Millionaire Mindset 🏌️) 1560933132
Others said they 'chase the light'.
When you live in the complete darkness of depression you cannot wait & assume the sun will rise. You have to make… https://t.co/27TsLCJI75— Michael Landsberg (@Michael Landsberg) 1560914657
Some people try and help others.
By helping others, talking about my struggles & doing what I feel is right is #HowIFightDepression.— Russell Davis (@Russell Davis) 1560926958
And that if they are feeling it, then they know it will pass.
Take comfort in not being the only one.
Realizing I'm not the only one...😢 #HowIFightDepression https://t.co/tr8DDNR8YS— 💜Ⓙⓔⓢⓢⓨ💜 (@💜Ⓙⓔⓢⓢⓨ💜) 1560929282
Asking for help and taking your medication.
I resisted taking meds up until a year ago. I thought if I took them I wouldn’t be funny or creative anymore. I hav… https://t.co/dugvikugNR— Mike Primavera (@Mike Primavera) 1560952047
Something as simple as taking a walk with your kids.
I took a walk around town with my 7 month old daughter. No stroller, I just carried her around cuz she likes to rea… https://t.co/rsMlxjGmQ6— Chner (@Chner) 1560927121
If you need help please contact the numbers below
UK & Ireland – The Samaritans: 116-123 USA – The Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Canada – Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566 Australia – Lifeline: 13-11-14 New Zealand – Lifeline: 0800-543-345 India – Vandrevala Foundation: 1860-266-2345 / 1800-233-3330
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