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Depression<\/h1>

Are you feeling sad, hopeless or irritable?
\nIt may be depression.
\nHelp is available.
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You are not alone.<\/strong><\/h1>\n

College students experience multiple stressors during their college careers. The stress of day-to-day life can affect your well-being to the point where you may develop symptoms of depression.<\/span><\/p>\n

When the stress makes you sad and the sadness lasts for a while or interferes with your life, it may be depression. <\/span><\/p>\n

Depression is a common response to academic demands and other sources of stress present in the campus environment. Fortunately help is available.<\/span><\/p>\n

Signs of Depression <\/strong><\/h1>\n

Everyone has days when they feel overwhelmed with life. However, when days become weeks, this is cause for concern. <\/span><\/p>\n

Signs of depression may include: <\/strong><\/p>\n