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Chris, a woman who has battled depression since her teenage years, epitomizes the ongoing struggle faced by many. She describes her experience as feeling like an "impending doom" and a "crushing weight," rendering daily activities increasingly difficult. Despite engaging in therapy and medication, she recognized the limitations of traditional treatments and felt her symptoms resurfacing, even after initial relief.
Her story is not unique. Research indicates that roughly 33% of depressed individuals do not respond to first-line treatments, leading them to seek alternative options. Managing such persistent depression demands extensive energy and resilience, often leaving sufferers feeling disillusioned and desperate for relief.