I strongly disagree. I think most people I know are careful to not throw around the word "depression" when they talk about being sad. They are keenly aware of t

I strongly disagree. I think most people I know are careful to not throw around the word "depression" when they talk about being sad. They are keenly aware of the difference. And they know the difference between "being anxious" or "having anxiety" and having an actual anxiety disorder. Of course, a lot of times the lines are blurred. Whole most medical professionals are forced to draw a stark line in order to make an actionable diagnosis, actual people realize that these are all on a spectrum. Some of us may have occasional OCD tendencies or mild body dysmorphia without needing medical intervention. Though self-awareness and discussing the issue with friends and a therapist always seem to help, even if meds or more involved therapy aren't needed.