In many households, family members with mental health issues are misunderstood, nor are they accepted.Misunderstanding is at the root of every trial we experience, despite whether the misunderstanding is on the victim or the aggressor.When we understand something, we are more empathetic towards it. For example, let's consider the difference between sadness and depression. Sadness is a feeling that occurs in response to grief, discouragement, or disappointment from being misunderstood. Therefore, sadness is temporary.Depression, on the other hand, is caused by a traumatic event. Most people think depression stems from some major event like war or physical violence. In all actuality, depression is caused by any overwhelming negative event that impacts one's mental and emotional state, as well as relationships.In Now That I Have Your Attention, I share my challenge and triumph with depression. You will learn: How reactions to common situations contribute to mental health.The difference between sadness and depression and how to determine whether or not you are affected.How mental illness affects society.Our life experiences are common. You are not alone, and there is victory on the other side