Depression is a very common mental health problem that can include sadness, hopelessness and despair. It is more than passing unhappiness or a low mood. Depression can seriously affect daily life (CAMH, 2012).
There are several types of depression and many symptoms of depression (MDSC, n.d.-a).
Many factors can contribute to depression (Bilsker & Paterson, 2005).
Stigma, which can appear as prejudice or discrimination, can stop people from getting the treatment they need (MHCC, 2018b).
