The Latin root per-means "through or during and the Latin sistere means "to stand." With this in mind, try to infer the meaning of the word persists as it is used in the final paragraph. Write your definition of persists here and explain how you determined its meaning.

The first step in treating even mild depression is to have it accurately diagnosed by a professional. Reaching out to a mental health counselor or therapist can provide accurate medical advice and help for the patient. From there, the mental health situation can be properly assessed, and this professional can provide further resources.