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Depression (USA)

Disclosure & stigma

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In this 'Speaking from Experience' video clip, people who are living with depression share how they feel about disclosing their condition and some of the responses they have had from others. Choosing whether or not to disclose to others is a very personal choice and everyone will have their own reasons for deciding who and how they tell people.

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