You've tried. You've really, truly tried. You've tried the journaling app, the gratitude list, the positive thinking. And somewhere along the way, you started wondering if the problem was you. That thought — that depression is a discipline problem — is one of the most damaging ideas in mental health. Depression is neurological, not a mindset problem. It involves real changes in brain chemistry, hormones, and nervous system function. Here's what actually works.
