Catastrophe Quote by Leonard Cohen
“The term clinical depression finds its way into too many conversations these days. One has a sense that a catastrophe has occurred in the psychic landscape.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing Mental Health, 2015
Clinical depression is over‑used, diluting its seriousness.
In simple terms: Depression is often misused in conversation.
Use precise language for mental health.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- public discourse
- education campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we discuss mental health responsibly?
- What alternatives convey seriousness?
Over‑use can trivialize genuine suffering.