Michelle Obama has talked about low-grade depression, but what exactly is it?

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has also been commonly associated with these feelings: is it OK to feel optimistic when so much tragedy has happened? Is simply staying indoors really the most helpful thing we can do to save lives?You may also likeSpeaking on her new podcast, Obama revealed the “low-grade depression” she’s experienced during lockdown.

Adding that these periods of low mood are “unusual” for her, Obama acknowledged that this change was “a direct result of being out of body, out of mind”. “This type of depression can be triggered by any stressful event or situation which feels overwhelming to our ability to process or cope. It will usually pass as the situation eases and we are able to return to our normal life but it can be very distressing and can become more chronic if the situation is sustained or if we are not able to have the support we need to get through the difficulty.

 

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