There is serious depression that needs help. There are poverty, abuse, bad circumstance that need addressing. But for most of us, a bit of depression, the article suggests, is a catalyst for refelction, change and growth

this reminds me about the story of krishnasmurti
when hew lost his brother it shattered his belief in theosophy and him becoming a messiah
then he dedicated himself to helping others to come through difficult times with dignity and not too badly wounded

Easy to believe...if you're not depressed. I'll take my pills, thank you.

Stuff like this always seems like a sick joke.

"Psychological unease can generate creative work and the rebirth after depression brings a new love affair with life." How many years do you have to be depressed before this new love affair starts?!?!?