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  You're drowning in the shadows... Image via Unsplash Depression is a common and serious mental health condition that negatively affects how you feel, think, and act.  It causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.  It can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems and can decrease a person’s ability to function at work and at home. So, what causes depression? Read Also: What’s Ghosting? Why it Happens and 7 Tips to Cope with Being Ghosted What’s Low Self-esteem? Signs You May Be Struggling with Low Self-Esteem Causes and Risk Factors of Depression Before we look at the signs of depression, let’s take a look on the possible causes of depression: Biological : Changes in brain chemistry, hormonal imbalances, or genetic predisposition. Psychological : Personality traits, such as low self-esteem or being overly self-critical. Environmental : Life events such as trauma, abuse, loss of a loved one, or significant life changes. Medical Condi

  Image via Unsplash Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or irritable?  Like life's challenges are piling up faster than you can handle?  We all experience that sometimes, but in some cases, we may be undergoing stress without even realizing it.  However, it's not easy to pinpoint if you are undergoing stress amidst life's hustle and bustle.  And if you think you may be, you are in the right place.  I've done research and come up with 13 common signs you may be undergoing stress.  Keep reading! Read Also: How to Heal Your Childhood Trauma as an Adult What is Stress? Stress is a physiological and psychological response to perceived threats or challenges.  It's a natural reaction designed to help individuals cope with difficult situations. When faced with stress, the body releases hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, which trigger the "fight or flight" response.  This response prepares the body to either confront the stressor or flee from it. There are two