Misconceptions About Depression | Mental Floss

What's the difference between depression and sadness? How do antidepressants work? And do ALL therapists wear tweed jackets? Depression is a mental illness that affects millions of people, so let's try our best to really understand it. Time to break down some common myths and misconceptions about mental illness. Join host Justin Dodd in an endless pursuit of the truth. The Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860 The Trevor Project (LGBTQIA+ focused): 1-866-488-7386 National suicide prevention lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 ------- Mental Floss is the home for all things curious. Subscribe here for new Mental Floss videos every Wednesday at 3pm (and don't forget the bell!): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpZ5... Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@MentalFloss?sub_confirmation=1 About Mental Floss: Mental Floss is where curious people come for trivia-tastic information. Mental Floss produces lists of fun facts, debunks common misconceptions, and tells untold stories from history, science, culture and more. Website: http://www.mentalfloss.com