Depression is too vague of a concept for me!?

Question

A lady came to my school the other day and said that if you eat a lot or go strait to your room after school are didn't sing or hum a lot you could be depressed. I am all of these things. Am I depressed?

Answer 1

You are absolutely not depressed. I think the lady was quite dumb actually. You are burning up energy in school - of course you need to eat! After a day in school you are entitled to peace & quiet for a while doing your own thing in your room! ! !  Holy Moses ! Please, please just forget about her and get on with your life. Best wishes. UK

Answer 2

No, you are not depressed because you do or don't do those things.

Here is a great place to go and read articles about depression. Once you read these, you will feel better and realize that lady wasn't smart to say those things.

http://www.depressionandanxietypain.com

Take care'