
09/01/2025
What Depression Really Looks Like in Adults: Signs, Struggles, and Paths to Healing
More people struggle with depression than are willing to admit it. Because of stigmas and stereotypes surrounding depression, it can be hard to spot in yourself or others. We assume that it will be obvious, that there will be constant sadness and hiding from the world. But depression doesn’t always look like staying in a dark room under your blankets. Remember Kate Spade, Robin Williams, and Anthony Bourdain!
Many people who live with depression are married, have kids, and go to work. But none of those come easily when you are grappling with untreated depression. Depression can lead to physical and mental exhaustion and stagnation; those who are depressed can struggle to complete day to day tasks, remember important events, and/or pursue goals and dreams, even those they deeply desire.
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Discover what depression in adults really looks like—from hidden signs to daily struggles—and explore proven paths to healing and emotional well-being.