Key Facts for Depression

• Depression is a mental health condition that causes you to feel sad or have a low mood for at least 2 weeks.
• Around 1 in 6 people will have depression at some point in their lives, and 1 in 4 of them will first have depression when they are under the age of 20.
• The signs of depression in young people involve changes in the way they think, feel, or behave, and physical changes.
• Depression can cause you to withdraw from work, study, or relationships.
• Some people with depression also have thoughts of suicide or self-harm.
• It’s best to manage depression with a health professional.

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Crisis Response Network– Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for anyone in the community who needs help with a crisis.

• 1 (844)534-HOPE or (520) 622-6000.
• Text “hope” to 4HOPE.
• Arizona TTY: 1-800-327-9254.