About one-third of Americans will suffer from an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. About one-quarter will experience a serious depressive episode. Although therapy can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, many people do not seek professional help. 

1. What internal factors might make people more or less likely to seek help? Internal factors might include the person’s mood, thought patterns, energy levels, feelings of hopelessness, attitudes toward mental health providers, and so on.
2. What external factors might make people more or less likely to seek help? External factors might include time, cost, the attitudes and expectations of friends and family, and so on.
3. Given these factors, what changes in our society might lead more people to seek help?