This chapter discusses the different types of depression and how they respond to various treatments. It highlights the importance of recognizing that depression is not a single entity and that personalized treatment approaches are necessary. The chapter also debunks the myth that depression treatments don't work and addresses the potential risks of untreated depression.
Now that we're more comfortable talking about mental health, it's time to address some misconceptions.
Is depression REALLY a chemical imbalance in the brain? What's the difference between being depressed and distressed? And are psychedelics the solution we've been waiting for?
Today, Professor Ian Hickie breaks it all down and reveals the biggest myths about depression.