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does depression cause you to lose brain cells?

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gottgetbtr

08/17/2023 at 12:24 AM

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I just came across that having depression can shrink your brain? Has anyone heard of this?

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08/17/2023 at 12:27 AM

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Actually, I have heard that, but I think you can also restrengthen some of the lost connections, not all hope is lost!

does depression cause you to lose brain cells? https://www.carenity.us/forum/depression/living-with-depression/does-depression-cause-you-to-lose-brain-cells-5435 2023-08-17 00:27:40

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08/17/2023 at 9:24 AM

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Hi @gottgetbtr

How are you doing today?

This is an interesting question, it seems like @whatistheissue has also heard of this. If it is something you are concerned about, you can always ask your doctor. Let me tag a few other Carenity members who may be able to let if you know if it is something they have also heard about.

@lawnmeower_ @Thatdizzyedge @op513_ @Karakraputo @annazach @LifeGetsWorse @Mommyof2 @Lisa143 @Amandatreadway @Burton @Livi83 @Skypaige22 @Brittany0603 @Love64 @Coco#57 @Bjstylist77 @Axrami60 @Shianne222 @Deshawna.bell @KaitMorton1102 @Egasl:) @Imag65 @Kindhearted1 @JayB06 @Bubblekitty @Lhaas22 @Kimkortus @Myschie @rgoldbergv5 @Carrie68 @charding8290 @Tescott1981 @chais18a

Have you ever been told being depressed shrinks your brain? Is this something you are worried about? Do you do 'brain exercises' to maintain brain function and connections?

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