#7 It’s expensive
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While it’s clear that the misery and loss of life that often results from depression outweighs any financial consequences, depression does have a significant negative impact on the economy. In the United States, depression is estimated to cost approximately $44 billion per year. Up $12 billion is spent on treatment, as much as $24 billion is due to people who miss work or whose job performance suffers due to depression, and $8 billion as a result of premature death.
