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Johann Hari challenges the way we think about depression

The TED Interview

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What Is Depression?

Depression is when a feeling of hopelessness spreads like an oil slick over most of your mind, or most of your life. There are three kinds of causes of depression and anxiety: biological, psychological and social. The word unlucky can also be used to describe those who find it hard to put their problems away.

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