Ctrl+Alt+Depression
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Presents evidence that clinical depression is a medical illness distinct from burnout, citing French prevalence and treatment gaps and high burnout rates in tech/startups. Describes a recovery approach combining ACT Matrix therapy, weekly psychotherapy, occupational therapy, meditation, and a simple self‑hug ritual, plus an 11‑month medical leave and an eight‑week graded return, and explains rebuilding workplace rules and success metrics to support sustained remission while noting a 75% recurrence risk.
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chapters (4)
- 0:00Start
- 13:10Depression is a complex illness
- 30:03It's a full-time job ON YOURSELF
- 39:27It's becoming the real self
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