What not to say to someone suffering from depression

Depression is a real and serious condition and needs to be treated as such. Here are some phrases that you should never say to people as you can never be sure what they are struggling with.

1. "Stop attention-seeking"

2. "It's all in your head"

3. "There are people who have it worse than you"

4. "You're bringing the mood down"

5. "You're being ungrateful"

6. "It could be worse"

7. "Just snap out of it"

8. "What do you have to be depressed about?"

9. "Be more optimistic"

10. "Cheer up!"

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@realdepressionproject