I think sometimes others think that just because they have had moments in their lives when they were sad or upset or mildly depressed that they know all about depression. There is a huge difference between a temporary episode of depression and major depression. I hate the stigma and the stereotyping. Hate being looked down on by others who think that I am weak or lazy or making excuses. Nothing selfish about depression. It is as much an illness or injury as cancer or pneumonia or a broken leg.