Depression affects the entire body, emotionally, mentally and physically. People that have never experienced it may think it’s just a case of the blues that can easily be remedied by simply changing your mindset. Unfortunately, this often misunderstood illness goes way beyond being able to “just cheer up.” People with depression do feel sad, but it’s a type of sad that penetrates your entire soul. It can be impossible to go about your normal day. Depression sucks all the energy out of you so all you want to do is lie in bed. It’s difficult to take care of yourself. Sometimes you may forget to eat. Sometimes all you do is eat. Some may self-medicate with drugs or alcohol to get some sort of reprieve from the constant pain. This category focuses on depression and the many, many struggles that come with it.