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Myths About Depression Quiz

Can you separate facts from myths about depression?

  1. Depression is hurtful but not a major medical condition.
  2. If your parent and grandparent had depression, you're sure to get it eventually.
  3. Only emotionally troubled people become depressed.
  4. Most people with depression never go to a mental health professional.
  5. Depression is most common in elderly people.
  6. Depression causes physical pain.
  7. Talking about depression only makes it worse.
  8. Being optimistic can cure depression.

Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD on January 23, 2009

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