In this mini solo episode of the More Than You See podcast, Deborah discusses the critical difference between feeling sad and being clinically depressed.

Inspired by a New York Times article on Prevalence Inflation, the episode explores how society's increasing conversation around mental health, while positive, can also lead to misinterpretation of normal emotional experiences as mental health issues, particularly among young people.

In this episode, Deborah emphasizes the importance of intentionality in discussing mental health and encourages listeners to identify their own emotional triggers.

00:38 Personal Update and Topic Introduction

01:36 Exploring the Concept of Prevalence Inflation

02:59 Distinguishing Sadness from Depression

04:21 Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

09:00 The Importance of Nuanced Discussions

10:39 Positive Mental Health Resources

12:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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New here? Every Wednesday join me, Deborah Lee Smith (actor, filmmaker, and mental health advocate) for a conversation with creatives about their mental health journeys. We discuss the highs, lows, and in-betweens of a creative career and the tools they use to get through it all. Our hope is that you will resonate with their journey, pick up some tips and tricks for your own mental health, and most importantly, feel a little less alone. Because we’re all More Than You See.