Depression can have a significant impact on your relationships: friends, coworkers, partners, and family.  It can affect communication, intimacy, and emotional connection. Therapy aimed at addressing depression gives healing not only for individuals but also the bonds they share with others.

Depression is a complex and often debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Professional treatment, including therapy and medication, can be helpful. However, incorporating small, manageable daily habits can significantly support recovery and improve your overall well-being.

All these statistics suggest that depression is not uncommon. And the numbers are probably higher, because many people try to live with depression without a diagnosis. There is a resistance to accepting help for your depression. This resistance comes from a comes from a combination of psychological, emotional, and physiological factors that create barriers to getting help

All these symptoms of depression can have a significant impact on your relationships.  Your depression makes it difficult to maintain your connection with others. Here are some of the different relationships that can be impacted by your depression.