This video looks at a period in the life of a middle-aged mother named Celeste as she struggles with depression. It provides information about symptoms, resources and therapies available to individuals who are exhibiting symptoms of depression.

This video was made by McMaster students Shaera Rahim, Suraj Mahida, James King and Michael Kwok in collaboration with the McMaster Demystifying Medicine Program


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