Depression vs. Impression — What's the Difference?

A state of low mood and aversion to activity.

An idea or feeling about something formed without conscious thought.

In meteorology, a region of low atmospheric pressure.

A brief or vague memory or recognition.

A period of low activity or vitality.

In printing, one instance of pressing paper against inked plates.

A sunken place or area.

An imprint or mark made by pressing something into a softer substance.

A significant economic decline.

A portrayal or imitation of another person.

The act of depressing.

An idea, feeling, or opinion about something or someone, especially one formed without conscious thought or on the basis of little evidence

The condition of being depressed.

An imitation of a person or thing, done to entertain

An area that is sunk below its surroundings; a hollow.

A mark impressed on a surface

The condition of feeling sad or despondent.

The printing of a number of copies of a book, periodical, or picture for issue at one time.

A mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness or inability to experience pleasure combined with other symptoms including poor concentration, indecisiveness, sleep problems, changes in appetite, and feelings of guilt, helplessness, and hopelessness. Also called clinical depression, major depressive disorder.

An instance of a pop-up or other online advertisement being seen on an Internet user's monitor.

A reduction in physiological vigor or activity

An effect, feeling, or image retained as a consequence of experience

A lowering in amount, degree, or position

A vague notion, remembrance, or belief

A period of drastic economic decline, characterized by decreasing aggregate output, falling prices, and rising unemployment.

A mark produced on a surface by pressure.

A period of widespread poverty and high unemployment.

The act or process of impressing

Depression See Great Depression.

All the copies of a publication printed at one time from the same set of type.

(Meteorology) A region of low barometric pressure.

A single copy of such a printing.

The angular distance below the horizontal plane through the point of observation.

A humorous imitation of the voice and mannerisms of a famous person.

(Astronomy) The angular distance of a celestial body below the horizon.

An initial or single coat of color or paint.

A state of mind producing serious, long-term lowering of enjoyment of life or inability to visualize a happy future.

(Dentistry) An imprint of the teeth and surrounding tissues, formed with a plastic material that hardens into a mold for use in making dentures, inlays, or plastic models.

A period of low morale or unhappiness (a period of experiencing the above-mentioned state of mind) which lasts longer than several weeks and may include ideation of self-inflicted injury or suicide.

The indentation or depression made by the pressure of one object on or into another.

(geography) An area that is lower in topography than its surroundings.

The overall effect of something, e.g., on a person.

(meteorology) An area of lowered air pressure that generally brings moist weather, sometimes promoting hurricanes and tornadoes.

A vague recalling of an event, a belief.

(economics) A period of major economic contraction.

An impersonation, an imitation of the mannerisms of another individual.

Four consecutive quarters of negative, real GDP growth. See NBER.

An outward appearance.

The act of lowering or pressing something down.

(advertising) An online advertising performance metric representing an instance where an ad is shown once.

A lowering, in particular a reduction in a particular biological variable or the function of an organ, in contrast to elevation.

(painting) The first coat of colour, such as the priming in house-painting etc.

The act of depressing.

(engraving) A print on paper from a wood block, metal plate, etc.

The state of being depressed; a sinking.

(philosophy) The vivid perception of something as it is experienced, in contrast to ideas or thoughts drawn from memory or the imagination.

A falling in of the surface; a sinking below its true place; a cavity or hollow; as, roughness consists in little protuberances and depressions.

(printing) set of copies of a publication printed at one time having the same content, layout, pagination, etc.

Humiliation; abasement, as of pride.

To manipulate a blank key within a lock so as to mark it with impressions of the shape of the lock, which facilitates creation of a duplicate key.

Dejection; despondency; lowness.

The act of impressing, or the state of being impressed; the communication of a stamp, mold, style, or character, by external force or by influence.

Diminution, as of trade, etc.; inactivity; dullness.

That which is impressed; stamp; mark; indentation; sensible result of an influence exerted from without.

The angular distance of a celestial object below the horizon.

That which impresses, or exercises an effect, action, or agency; appearance; phenomenon.

The operation of reducing to a lower degree; - said of equations.

Influence or effect on the senses or the intellect hence, interest, concern.

A mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity

An indistinct notion, remembrance, or belief.

A long-term economic state characterized by unemployment and low prices and low levels of trade and investment

Impressiveness; emphasis of delivery.

A sunken or depressed geological formation

The pressure of the type on the paper, or the result of such pressure, as regards its appearance; as, a heavy impression; a clear, or a poor, impression; also, a single copy as the result of printing, or the whole edition printed at a given time; as, a copy from the fifth impression.

Sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy

In painting, the first coat of color, as the priming in house painting and the like.

A time period during the 1930s when there was a worldwide economic depression and mass unemployment

A print on paper from a wood block, metal plate, or the like.

An air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation;

A vague idea in which some confidence is placed;

A state of depression and anhedonia so severe as to require clinical intervention

An outward appearance;

A concavity in a surface produced by pressing;

A clear and telling mental image;

Angular distance below the horizon (especially of a celestial object)

A concavity in a surface produced by pressing;

Pushing down;

A symbol that is the result of printing;

All the copies of a work printed at one time;

(dentistry) an imprint of the teeth and gums in wax or plaster;

An impressionistic portrayal of a person;

The act of pressing one thing on or into the surface of another;

While some people may experience remission, depression is generally managed rather than cured, often requiring ongoing treatment.

Impressions are formed based on initial observations or interactions with a person, event, or object.

Treatments for depression include psychotherapy, medications, and lifestyle adjustments, among others.

First impressions can be misleading as they are often based on limited information and can be subject to personal biases.

Yes, impressions can change as new information becomes available or as one's understanding of a situation or person evolves.

Clinical depression, or major depressive disorder, is a mental health condition diagnosed by a professional based on specific symptoms.

Sadness is a normal emotion that typically resolves on its own, while depression is a persistent condition that affects daily functioning and requires treatment.

Impressions can significantly influence how relationships begin or evolve, affecting trust and communication from the start.

Depression can lead to a range of physical symptoms, including changes in appetite, sleep disturbances, and chronic pain.

An impression can be formed within seconds of encountering someone or something.

Depression can affect individuals of any age, gender, or background.

Depression has significant social and economic impacts, including reduced productivity and increased healthcare costs.

Depression is not always visible; many individuals may appear fine on the outside while struggling internally.

Factors include previous experiences, expectations, social cues, and individual biases.

In professional settings, first impressions can impact hiring decisions, collaborations, and leadership perceptions.