
TURBAT:
Depression is a serious mental illness that turns people’s feelings into sadness. However, this disease is much more complicated than people care to believe. The state of depression can sometimes be so strong that one can become alienated from his own identity.
Depression changes people’s concepts and drags them towards loneliness. Even though a person may look physically fine they remain constantly disturbed. According to an estimate, one million young Pakistanis suffer from this disorder every year, of which about 15-35% of people commit suicide. In fact, the real causes of depression are unemployment, gender discrimination, losing a loved one, facing failures, or being ignored and isolated. Fortunately, this disease is curable by visiting a psychologist and get professional guidance. According to reports, 90% of people tend to respond well after treatment. Consequently, friends and family members play an important part in the outcome of the treatment.
To those that are inflicted, try not to handle it on your own, no matter how strong or confident you are. You must share your feelings with someone close to you. Always remember, you are not alone in fighting this problem.
Published in The Express Tribune, February 1sh, 2021.
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