Articles by Karen Asp

10 Things to Never Say to Someone With Depression

Published May,22 2018 | By Karen Asp

Depression is undoubtedly common -- 6.7 percent of people 18 and older had at least one depressive episode in 2013, according to the National Institute of Mental Health -- and it’s likely you’ll eventually have to deal with a loved one who’s suffering.

Karen Asp, an Indiana-based journalist, specializes in health, fitness and nutrition. She’s a contributing editor for Woman’s Day and writes regularly for numerous other leading publications like Shape, SELF, Good Housekeeping, Prevention, Real Simple, Weight Watchers and Yoga Journal. She’s also a certified fitness pro and athlete who holds three world records in Nordic walking.