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April 21, 2022

When Your Spouse is Depressed

When you and your spouse are in a stressful season, the chances of one of you struggling with depression are much higher than normal. How do you navigate through that type of situation? John, Erin and Greg share why it's worth fighting for your marriage when one of you is struggling with depression.

Original Air Date: April 21, 2022

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