Considering how hard it is for young people to talk about depression, do you think online forums has been successful in encouraging young people to overcome barriers and talk about the disease?
Yes – it’s an anonymous and supportive environment, and that is a good starting point for people to start talking about what they’re going through. Many users have come onto the forums knowing something is wrong, but not really knowing what, and being too worried to tell anyone about it. Gradually through encouragement and getting armed with the facts they have become confident enough to speak with a counsellor / see a doctor – get the help they need, and in turn encourage new users to reach out for help.
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