Do I have the right to feel depressed even if I'm privileged?
WildflowerHeather
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Jun 16, 2020
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Your depression is absolutely valid, no matter what the situation is. Depression can attack anyone, from people in terrible situations, to the richest, most privileged personality on Earth. Just because your life is good does not prevent depression, as it can be caused by multiple factors. Depression can be caused by chemical or hormonal imbalances, which can happen to anyone. Not all depression is rooted in traumatic experiences. Make sure to find someone you trust to talk to if you need to, and if the problem is ongoing it may be good to consult a doctor. No matter what, do what’s best for you!
aCaringMistake
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Mar 15, 2022
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Depression has nothing to do with being privileged or not. Depression is a mood disorder which affects the way to feel, think and behave.
I understand why you asked this question, and I would like to share a personal story with you. I had a friend in high school, parents were millionaires, he got everything he wanted, a few weeks after high school, he took his own life.
He had severe depression and the only person that knew or the only person he could talk to was me. The reason he couldn't talk to others including his family about his depression is because according to them "he has no reason to be depressed". Which I believe is a very stupid way to go about things.
So yes, you have the right to be depressed, it doesn't matter how privileged or how well off you are, depression is depression and you should talk to someone about your depression.
Never feel like you are underserving of help - everybody needs help now and then.
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