Everyone wants to love what they do for a living, because we've all heard that if you love your job, you'll never work a day in your life. While that is certainly the ultimate goal, it is also a goal that can be difficult to achieve regularly.

Even people working at jobs they love can hit rough patches at work where they deal with anxiety, stress, and even some depression. Experts say that work-related factors like excessive workload, long hours, job insecurity, and conflicts with colleagues can cause depression at work.

Organizational factors, such as a toxic work environment, a lack of control over one's work, and poor support from management, can also contribute.

If your job causes bouts of workplace depression, health experts say the best way to manage it is by prioritizing self-care. This can be done by maintaining a healthy sleep schedule, having a regular exercise schedule, and a balanced diet

You can also create a positive work environment by incorporating personal items into your space and practicing mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques, such as deep breathing, to manage symptoms and foster a sense of control.

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Below are the 15 most depressing jobs, based on a study by ALot.com, all of which are jobs commonly found in Wisconsin. If your job is on the list, remember to consistently practice stress-reduction techniques.

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