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depression

[dih-presh-uhn] / dɪˈprɛʃ ən /




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They found that working remotely up to four days a week slightly lowered the risk of depression, but doing so for five days a week put workers at higher risk of anxiety.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

Evidence reviewed by psychologist Jane Piliavin found that helping others is associated with higher self-esteem, lower rates of depression, reduced school dropout rates, improved immune function, and even longer life expectancy.

From Science Daily • Jun. 13, 2026

Oh Sun-hwa, a nurse who recommended the doll to Bang, said she had seen it significantly ease depression among seniors living alone.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

She said the depression caused by her son’s death led to her husband’s recent death.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

However, the condition causes many sufferers psychological distress, which can lead to social anxiety or depression.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish




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