This archive report was first published on 23 October 2019.
On October 23, 2019, Kenyan gospel artiste Betty Bayo shared her personal story of battling depression, urging Kenyans to seek help when faced with symptoms of the condition.
Betty, who was previously married to Pastor Victor Kanyari, revealed her struggles with depression on her YouTube channel.
Speaking candidly about her experience, Betty said, 'Someone might ask if I have ever been depressed, and I would say, yes I have. I knew I was depressed after I attended a wedding only to realize that I had worn slippers. I had not combed my hair nor had I applied lotion on myself.'
She went on to explain that she had planned to attend the wedding looking presentable but ended up feeling unkempt.
Betty has since overcome her depression and is now using her platform to raise awareness about the condition.
According to Betty, some common causes of depression include loss of a loved one, failure, bad relationships, and competing with friends.
She also identified six signs that may indicate someone is depressed, including seclusion, loss of appetite or increased appetite, lack of sleep, lack of concentration, fatigue, and the inability to make decisions.
Ultimately, Betty's message is one of hope and encouragement, urging those who may be struggling with depression to seek help and support.
