Mental strength is not the same as mental health. Just like someone with diabetes could still be physically strong, someone with depression can still be mentally strong. Many people with mental health issues are incredibly mentally strong. Anyone can make choices to build mental strength, regardless of whether they have a mental health issue.

I do suffer from depression, I suppose. Which isn't that unusual. You know, a lot of people do.

Since I was 16, I've felt a black cloud hangs over me. Since then, I have taken pills for depression.

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