How depression can infect a whole family


	How depression can infect a whole family

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5-19-2008 3:34 PM

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Jane was nearly 40 years old when she came to see me for poor self-esteem. Despite her achievements, she never felt good about herself and was unable to sustain a relationship with a man.

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