#depression — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 23.6M total posts and 2.4K new posts daily, #depression is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 2.4K likes and 18 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #depression

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#anxiety	23.6M	2.4K	2.4K	100	57
#mentalhealth	61.9M	15.9K	2.2K	100	63
#love	2.1B	11.1K	2.7K	100	81
#mentalhealthawareness	27.3M	7.7K	1.2K	100	57
#life	477.8M	47.2K	2.3K	100	52

Related Hashtags to #depression

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#mentalhealthmatters	16.9M	9.1K	1.1K	100	43
#quotes	187.3M	3.1K	1.9K	100	53
#healing	52.4M	13.9K	730	100	43
#selfcare	96.2M	22.5K	3.3K	100	65
#sad	105.6M	51.6K	613	100	30

Similar Hashtags to #depression

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#depressionhelp	2.3M	21	3.5K	41	75
#depressionawareness	1.6M	184	2.4K	100	54
#depressionsupport	515.0K	83	16.4K	75	100
#postpartumdepression	658.8K	76	1.3K	74	51
#depressione	349.9K	41	1.3K	40	54

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How to Use #depression on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #depression has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #depression alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #depression with #mentalhealthmatters, #quotes, #healing for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #depression on Instagram?

#depression has 23.6M total posts on Instagram with approximately 2.4K new posts added daily. The average post using #depression receives 2.4K likes and 18 comments.

Is #depression a good hashtag to use?

#depression has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 57/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #depression?

The best hashtags to use with #depression include: #mentalhealthmatters, #quotes, #healing, #selfcare, #sad. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-16. Learn about our editorial process →

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