THE SMILING MASK: LIVING WITH HIGH-FUNCTIONING DEPRESSION

Sometimes people may experience symptoms of depression, but may still be able to go about their daily lives and meet their responsibilities, wearing a smiling mask, living with a condition known as high-functioning depression or persistent depressive disorder or dysthymia.  People with high-functioning depression frequently have an outward appearance of accomplishment, motivation, and calmness, making …

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