It is very common to have times in our lives when we feel a bit sad or low. But when these feelings last for more than a few weeks and get in the way of day-to-day functioning, this can indicate a period of depression.
At least 20% of the population will experience depression at some point but it is even more common in autistic people. People who are depressed can experience a range of symptoms which vary from person to person, and can be mild or severe.
Treatments for depression can be psychological or medical, regardless of whether a person is autistic or not.
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