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Side Effects Of Depression In Catcher In The Rye

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Holden’s background reflects the way depression occurs in adolescents of his age. Many attributes to depression included in the article such as “Poor performance in school, Lack of enthusiasm, etc.” (Mental Health America, 1) cause Holden to have emotions related to depression. Holden feel this way because his past experiences including the stress and pain he has worsens his mood and demeanor. Also contributing to his depression, everyone around does not realize the pain he is in so he smokes and drinks to get rid of his pain. From the time Holden is born to living alone, Holden faces the side-effects of depression as he drops out Pencey Prep, loses his little brother Allie, and takes care of Phoebe. Every school that Holden goes to creates
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