In "The Bell Jar- Esther is faced with numerous possibilities regarding her future aspirations. ... "The Bell jar- is allegedly based upon a true story and is supposedly semi-autobiographical, to this end one can assume that Plath's existential depiction and treatment of Esther is little more than a representation of her existential self. ...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Depression - What is it? Depression is an affliction that over 20% of Americans will experience in some form during their lifetime. It is one of the most common and serious mental health problems facing people today. Many people experience feelings of sadness, or melancholy every now and then. But when these feelings last for weeks, months or even years, it is referred to as clinical depression. ...

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• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate