Do you know over 17 million Americans suffer from depression?

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, here is a guide that illustrates the connection between depression and sleep. Depression can disrupt sleep, and that lack of rest can worsen symptoms of depression.

This guide is a good mental health resource because it explains the reciprocal relationship between depression and lack of sleep. Through education and therapy, we can learn how to sleep better while coping with depression.

Yes, depression can make you feel exhausted during the day even after getting the recommended hours of sleep at night.

Yes, it can be hard to get yourself out of bed when you feel like you cannot overcome your depression.

65% to 90% of adults and up to 90% of children with depression have some type of sleep problem. Together we can support each other in our fight against depression and sleep deprivation.

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