% Depression

Depression is often linked to gender dysphoria, and has very similar
symptoms. The two are very much intertwined. We'll say right off the
bat for readers: **depression is a serious problem, and it's real. It
often leads to [suicide](suicide/) and [self-harm](/self-harm.md)**

Generally, you should see a therapist. There is nothing wrong with
taking antidepressants, and you should request them. Ignore the
negativity around them. The people who slam antidepressants are mostly
people who have never had depression and who don't understand what
it's like.

NHS guidance (UK)
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<http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/depression/Pages/Introduction.aspx>

Mind.org.uk guidance about depression (UK)
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<http://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/depression/#.WGiYf7N9JPM>

TODO: add links to more resources for other countries
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