Depression is a mental illness that can affect everyone, regardless of age, race, or gender.
According to the NHS, the condition impacts around one in 10 Brits over the course of their lives. But the NHS adds some people believe that it's not a real health problem, which is why many sufferers may not speak about their struggle.
While we all feel down from time to time, those with depression can feel persistently sad for weeks or months at a time. According to the NHS, it has many different symptoms and affects everyone differently.
