I have let down my family. One of the most dangerous effects of depression is that you may physically harm your body. Many times you lose control of your emotions, and even think about death and suicide. Some people draw graphic pictures of death, and others write their own will. Fifteen percent of people with major depression commit suicide, and there are 6,000 suicides by teens each year.
Depression is almost always the cause.
Many people who are depressed think that there is no hope for them. There are therapists who offer counseling, doctors who offer counseling and prescribe medications that can change the lives of those who are depressed. If you or someone you know is depressed, getting help important. The sooner depression is caught, the easier it is to help. Unfortunately, fifty percent of depressed persons don't look for help.