October 2021 Events - National Depression Awareness Month

hi everyone!

this month, we have a really awesome few days planned for our events - it's national depression awareness month and we're celebrating it in our subcommunity from october 14-17!

first, let's begin with some information:

for those of you who may not be too familiar with what depression is,

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Depression causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed. It can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems and can decrease your ability to function at work and at home.

feel free to check out this masterpost to explore the links and about it to learn further!

what can you do to participate in this day?

• help further educate yourself on depression
• spread awareness
• ask for help if you need it - share your story
• reach out to someone who may be struggling
• and take part in our events of course!

event schedule:

please join us in the depression support room for these upcoming discussions:

• October 15th at 9pm ET, "Depression and Anxiety" with @Kelly500
• October 16th at 3pm ET, "Depression and Stigma" with @Angelx28 and @MollyT

please join us in the depression support forums for these upcoming posts/forum discussions:

(links will be added as the posts are made)

• share your story
• puzzle icebreaker

how are YOU going to take part in national depression awareness month? let us know in the replies!

please fill out THIS FORM to receive a seasonal badge for your participation in this event!