Depression is a mood disorder that occurs continuously for at least two weeks. Depression is characterized by loss of interest in things that are usually liked, feeling unpowered, not appetite, decreased sexual drive, and feeling hopeless, guilty, or low self-esteem. Although public knowledge about depression is now much better, sometimes there are still misconceptions circulating about depression. False Understanding of Depression The following are examples of people's misconceptions about depression: Depression is considered the same as sadness The term 'depression' is often spoken too freely to describe feelings of sadness. Sadness due to failure or loss of someone in life is a natural thing that has been experienced by almost everyone. However, this moment of sadness is different from depression. Depression can last for weeks or even months, and make a person constantly feel unhappy, not powered, weak, hopeless, and not interested in anything. Depression req...