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If a person with depression wants or needs help, they will get it on their own.

   

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Depression can interfere with a person’s ability or desire to get help on their own. It is an act of true friendship to share your concerns with the person and assist them in getting appropriate help.

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Only suicidal people need antidepressants.

   

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Antidepressants can help people who experience depression to feel better, whether they are thinking about suicide or not.

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Depression can occur even when things are going well in a person’s life.

   

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Even people who seemingly “have it all” can get depressed. Depression may occur independently of what is going on in a person’s life.

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Drugs used to treat depression are not addictive.

   

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The medications used to treat depression are not habit-forming.

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When a person who is depressed talks about suicide, they are usually just being dramatic or trying to attract attention.

   

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Suicide is a very real risk when someone is depressed. Any mention of suicidal thoughts or intentions should be taken seriously.

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People with depression are just experiencing sadness and can “get over it” on their own.

   

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Sadness and depression are not the same. Depression is a medical illness and can’t be overcome simply by positive thinking or willpower.

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People with depression can get better.

   

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Depression may be something that needs to be treated and monitored throughout a person’s life or may last for a limited time. In either case, with proper treatment, a person with depression can return to a normal state of activity and health.

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