High-functioning depression: When success masks suffering

Raluca Maniță

This article deals with the topic of depression and suicide. Reader discretion is advised. If you are suffering from serious emotional strain or suicidal thoughts, don't hesitate to seek professional help. You can find information on where to find such help, no matter where you live in this world, at this website:  https://befrienders.org/ It's Sunday morning, sometime between 5 and 6, when I suddenly jolt awake. Instantly, a thousand unfinished tasks crowd my mind. I jump out of bed and start