"depression" is clinical shorthand for the more lengthy and descriptive phrase "depressed activity level".
always keep that in mind when discussing the topic and you'll better understand what makes sense and what doesn't. common uses of the term "depressed" make no sense in the context of the real definition
>i went on a massive booze binge, flew to vegas and fucked hookers because i was depressed
is nonsensical because of all the effort involved, so you know that one is a faker
>i'm an alcoholic, i drink a quarter of a bottle of vodka a day
possible legitimate depression
