Depression Can Never Be Left Untreated

Depression seems to be cure less problem that may never be eradicated, but the more people are aware of the problem the better chance we have to slowly bring it to a halt..Depression is a worldwide problem that doesn't get much attention, for it to be such a serious problem it’s only right to make write an essay about it. Depression is a everyday occurring thing people can be depressed and you wouldn't even notice. Because people try so hard to hide it, depression cant be diagnosed by just looking at someone. depression has many forms and if left untreated can be fatal. Because depression itself if left untreated can be very stressful on the body. There isnt many treatments for depression besides therapy and medications. Depression may never be eradicated but we sure can slow it down.
Depression is responsible for the 25 million Americans that suffer from depression each year.Due to stress, Over 50 percent of all people who die by suicide suffer from major depression. If alcohol begins to get involved this figure rises to over 75 percent. Depression affects nearly 5-8 percent of Americans ages 18 and over in a given year, seems as if teens have a higher chance of being depressed. This is where it all starts in young teens this is where the problem can be stopped.

Cause of this can be from something simple to something more serious. There is plenty of triggers for depression can be caused by something as simple as a bad test score or class grade. Or even something traumatic like the loss of a pet or family member. Triggers usually one to feel really stressed and the longer this goes on the higher chance someone has of becoming depressed. By removing whats stressful in your life you can eliminate your chances of becoming