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What is depression? – Helen M. Farrell

Helen M. Farrell | TED-Ed

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Depression is the leading cause of disability in the world; in the United States, close to ten percent of adults struggle with the disease.

But because it’s a mental illness, it can be a lot harder to understand than, say, high cholesterol. Helen M. Farrell examines the symptoms and treatments of depression, and gives some tips for how you might help a friend who is suffering.

Lesson by Helen M. Farrell.

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