World Against Depression Day
January 13, 2026.
Reflection, empathy and commitment to research.
Every 13 January, World Against Depression Day reminds us of a fundamental reality: depression is not a personal failure or a matter of willpower. It is a complex health condition that affects millions of people around the world and is one of the greatest public health challenges of our time.
Many people live with it in silence, hidden behind routines, responsibilities or smiles that do not always reflect how they feel. That is why talking openly about mental health is so important. Reducing stigma opens doors, makes it easier to ask for help and helps more people feel supported.
Despite the availability of treatments, a significant proportion of those receiving antidepressants do not obtain the expected therapeutic benefit. This reality underscores the need for further research, improvement of existing options, and progress towards more personalised and effective approaches.
In this context, European projects such as OPADE are working to better understand the biological mechanisms involved in depression and to support healthcare professionals with more accurate tools. Our goal is to contribute to a future in which each person can receive the most appropriate treatment for their biological and clinical profile.
Today, however, we want to focus on those who live with this condition and those who accompany them. Understanding, listening and respect are essential pillars for building safer and more humane environments.
🧠 Mental health is an inseparable part of health.
💛 Let’s talk about it with empathy, thoroughness and compassion.
