> Depression is an illness Well, not really. Depression is a "disorder". You can... | Hacker News

Hacker News new | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit

login

SudoNhim on April 22, 2016 | parent | context | favorite | on: U.S. Suicide Rate Surges to a 30-Year High

> Depression is an illness Well, not really. Depression is a "disorder". You can be more biologically predisposed to depression, but that isn't the same thing.

dave2000 on April 23, 2016 [–]

We don't know what causes depression, and there's a lot of evidence that it is an illness.

Consider applying for YC's Spring batch! Applications are open till Feb 11.
Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact