Why do I have depression?

Sometimes depression is triggered by something, and sometimes it is just a chemical imbalance in your brain which I think is an important thing to remember. Just like a problem with your heart can cause heart disease, or a problem with your lung could cause a lung disease, mental illness doesn't just happen. There is a medical reason for the feelings you have.

Depression can be developed after certain events or traumatic experiences, or can be genetically inherited.

Depression is an effect of sadness and a feeling of being lost. So having a depression can vary from one person to another. We might want have something in life, but loose it or never even have it. A sudden loss or a sudden blow to a normal habit can cause depression.

There are lots of reasons for depression, as with any other mental illness. For some, it stems from life events. For some, it can happen out of nowhere, or with an indistinguishable cause. Essentially, it is not your fault. Depression can affect anybody, and no matter the cause, we all deserve respect and treatment!

It is not uncommon for people to have depression and to be honest with you everyone will go through a stage in their life where they feel depressed, it is quite natural though sometimes the emotions you are experiencing can be a lot stronger and upsetting so the depression might effect you more than it would someone else.

Depression comes from many things. Usually issues in your life or stress caused. What's been going on lately? I'm here for you.

It could be many factors, your family life friends, loss, anything really even a chemical imbalance in your brain. However it isn’t your fault and it’s a good idea to seek professional help. :) Depression can also be in your DNA as well as a result to a traumatic experience. It is ok because you are not alone as many people are just like you, and it gets better. First step analyses your situation then block out any people or actions causing this, then do something you love, and talk to people that care for you! Finally if all fails reach out to a professional.