Attika Choudhary's story:

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A lack of self worth, feelings of negativity, isolation, and disconnection from everyone and everything around you: these just a few of the symptoms of depression.

We hope this will help you realise that there are other people just like you, suffering from the same problem, no matter your age, gender or ethnicity.

Our project started back in November 2014 after a casual conversation. From our research, we developed a story, and then writing, presenting, producing and directing the short docu-drama, called Depression in the South Asian community: The Hidden Illness.

We focused on reaching out and supporting those in need - and we continue to offer support through our work on depression. No one should suffer alone...please reach out where possible #wewilltalkaboutdepression and become that person others can turn to in need.

Telling someone who suffers from depression to "pull yourself together'' or "move onto something fun" is never going to be the correct way to help them deal with their emotions. Being an active listener and just spending time with people suffering from depression may be more helpful, and don't be discouraged easily! Be patient but politely persevere if you feel they are bottling things up or finding it difficult to express their thoughts and feelings but always do it with empathy and understanding.

Encourage them to talk about what they feel, if they once had aims, what they would prefer to do, and what would bring them pleasure. Sometimes people don't want to say anything but it can be the right time for just a smile, the touch of a hand to remind them they could be stronger than they feel.

We are sometimes afraid to show people we are suffering. It's not always easy to talk about these things but rest assured there are many in that same situation: we are not alone. Being true to oneself could be a starting point.

No matter what problems we face, what particular struggle, we can reach out to others and still show the kindness we would want to find for ourselves.