This document discusses the difference between feeling down or sad and clinical depression. It notes that while everyone feels sad sometimes in response to life's difficulties, depression is characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness that persist for weeks and interfere with daily life. The document provides a checklist of symptoms of depression, including changes in sleep, appetite, concentration, and thoughts of death. It encourages anyone experiencing several depressive symptoms for more than two weeks to seek help from a doctor or counseling service.
Hidden signs that suggest people are sufferingthepathlink
It was often overlooked with common knowledge that life is all about up’s and down. However, for those who feel generally miserable or unhappy without really knowing why. These following signs could be possible indication of suffering from depression and worth an in-depth investigation.
*Disclaimer
This is a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For quesitons about this blog project or its content please email the teacher Chris Jocham: jocham@fultonschools.org
Five Warning Signs of Mental Illness! - Health and Wellbeingakajay201988
Has a friend or loved one been acting strangely? Learn the signs that will help you identify the signs of mental illnesses & urge them to seek treatment from a psychiatrist.
Hidden signs that suggest people are sufferingthepathlink
It was often overlooked with common knowledge that life is all about up’s and down. However, for those who feel generally miserable or unhappy without really knowing why. These following signs could be possible indication of suffering from depression and worth an in-depth investigation.
*Disclaimer
This is a project for a high school AP Psychology course. This is a fictionalized account of having a psychological ailment. For quesitons about this blog project or its content please email the teacher Chris Jocham: jocham@fultonschools.org
Five Warning Signs of Mental Illness! - Health and Wellbeingakajay201988
Has a friend or loved one been acting strangely? Learn the signs that will help you identify the signs of mental illnesses & urge them to seek treatment from a psychiatrist.
Depression, its true nature: a comprehensive course for mental health practit...Dr. Terry Lynch
Five decades ago, depression was considered to be relatively uncommon. Now, we are told that depression affects up to 1 in 5 people. But what exactly is this thing we now refer to as "depression"?
In this presentation, Dr. Terry Lynch sets out why he has created a comprehensive online course on the nature of depression for mental health practitioners.
Bottom line; the current prevailing view of depression is seriously flawed. A far more psychologically-oriented approach is required. In this presentation, Terry Lynch provides a glimpse of the comprehensive understanding of depression that is presented in detail in his online course.
A simple and short presentation on being there for one another to fight against mental health disorders. I presented this to a community group of youth while leading a Mental Health Awareness Workshop conducted by an NGO based in New Delhi, India.
Depression is a mental illness, it may be described as feeling sad, persistent unhappiness feelings of being miserable. Depression can also be called as a mood disorder which is caused by chemical changes in the brain.
Depression, in its simplest form, is a state of being sad and with no hope in life that things will get any better. It arises when you are not connected with your positive aspects of your inner world. Although depression affects the inner world, but it is a result of adverse outside conditions, such as physical appearance, unemployment, losses in business, unfulfilled desires, losing someone close to you and of the same. Depression drains your energy and makes you feel exhausted, sad, lonely, helpless, hopeless, etc.. Therefore, to enjoy life, you need to treat your depression.
Even though depression is so common, there are many misconceptions about its symptoms, causes and treatment. The problem is that misinformation gives rise to stigma and isolation. Individuals with clinical depression often feel alone because others expect them to simply snap out of it or stop being lazy. These kinds of myths can make people not want to seek treatment. Untreated depression also can have devastating consequences like health complications, drug or alcohol abuse and suicide. Here’s a selection of myths n facts you might not know about.
Are you suffering from depression? If yes, then now you have a detailed presentation on various types of depression and varied ways to tackle it. Not every disease needs a doctor, sometimes a little bit of care and affection, and attention to yourself can do wonders. Please do share your views regarding the presentation!
Depression, its true nature: a comprehensive course for mental health practit...Dr. Terry Lynch
Five decades ago, depression was considered to be relatively uncommon. Now, we are told that depression affects up to 1 in 5 people. But what exactly is this thing we now refer to as "depression"?
In this presentation, Dr. Terry Lynch sets out why he has created a comprehensive online course on the nature of depression for mental health practitioners.
Bottom line; the current prevailing view of depression is seriously flawed. A far more psychologically-oriented approach is required. In this presentation, Terry Lynch provides a glimpse of the comprehensive understanding of depression that is presented in detail in his online course.
A simple and short presentation on being there for one another to fight against mental health disorders. I presented this to a community group of youth while leading a Mental Health Awareness Workshop conducted by an NGO based in New Delhi, India.
Depression is a mental illness, it may be described as feeling sad, persistent unhappiness feelings of being miserable. Depression can also be called as a mood disorder which is caused by chemical changes in the brain.
Depression, in its simplest form, is a state of being sad and with no hope in life that things will get any better. It arises when you are not connected with your positive aspects of your inner world. Although depression affects the inner world, but it is a result of adverse outside conditions, such as physical appearance, unemployment, losses in business, unfulfilled desires, losing someone close to you and of the same. Depression drains your energy and makes you feel exhausted, sad, lonely, helpless, hopeless, etc.. Therefore, to enjoy life, you need to treat your depression.
Even though depression is so common, there are many misconceptions about its symptoms, causes and treatment. The problem is that misinformation gives rise to stigma and isolation. Individuals with clinical depression often feel alone because others expect them to simply snap out of it or stop being lazy. These kinds of myths can make people not want to seek treatment. Untreated depression also can have devastating consequences like health complications, drug or alcohol abuse and suicide. Here’s a selection of myths n facts you might not know about.
Are you suffering from depression? If yes, then now you have a detailed presentation on various types of depression and varied ways to tackle it. Not every disease needs a doctor, sometimes a little bit of care and affection, and attention to yourself can do wonders. Please do share your views regarding the presentation!
Everyone has bad days every now and again, but if you have a depressive disorder, you’re most likely living with constant feelings of sadness and hopelessness, and of being removed for everything.
Is_Depression_real_1La depresión es una enfermedad que se caracteriza por una...IsraelRivera85
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Nearly 800 million people worldwide experience mental illness. Some of the most prominent adverse mental conditions include stress, anxiety, and depression. These can lead to recurring periods of sadness, worry, anxiety, loss of vigor, loss of interest, poor concentration, and feelings of worthlessness. These issues can affect your psychological and physical health, and when you let them go untreated, they can have longstanding effects on your life and relationships. The more you ignore your mental strife, the harder it becomes to be resilient in the face of hardship, and if you let emotions get out of hand, they can lead to increased mental illness.
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Depression is a very common and serious illness in now a days it effects your way of thinking, sleeping eating and every action in a negative way!
Purpose:
The main purpose of this webinar is to aware the people that how to fight with this disease because it is effecting our youth very negatively and how can we treat it and which medications are best for this disease.
Depression impacts our ability to enjoy good things badly. But trying therapy and counselling or online depression counselling in case you do not have a therapist nearby, can just not help you in managing your depression, but you will be less likely to fall into depression again in the future.
Mental Health is one aspect of an employees well-being. It important to create a culture and workplace where it's acceptable to talk about our Mental Health and eliminate the Stigma.
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Down in the dumps
or depressed?
Sooner or later, everyone gets the blues.
Feeling sadness, loneliness or grief when you
go through a difficult life experience
is part of being human
2. Depression is a common problem for people
across the world. About one in 10 South Africans suffers
from depression – although only about a quarter ever seek
or receive treatment. Sooner or later, everyone gets the
blues. Feeling sadness, loneliness or grief when you go
through a difficult life experience is part of being human.
Most of the time, you can function normally and you
feel that you will get through it. But if feelings of sadness,
hopelessness and isolation persist or if they start to interfere
with your sleep, relationships, work and recreation, it may
be something more than just a down day. “Feeling constant
fatigue or worthlessness, or experiencing weight changes
along with your sadness can be signs of depression,” says
psychologist Dr Colinda Linde.
There are some things to be aware of when you are
feeling blue – warning signs that this may be more than
feeling down for a day or two.
Depression checklist
Your thinking patterns
If you are thinking more negatively than usual, you may
just be having a rough day. But also take a look at how your
thoughts are affecting your decisions and your view of the
world and the people in your life beyond that day. Negative
thoughts can lead to trouble-making decisions, confusion
or forgetfulness. Just a day or two of this doesn’t mean that
you have depression. But if these patterns continue or if
your thoughts turn suicidal, seek help right away.
Your feelings
You can feel sad or negative without having depression.
Be honest with yourself. “Are you feeling mildly sad or let
down, or are you feeling hopeless and helpless? If you are
feeling overwhelmed with emotion and have a negative or
sad mood that others can sense, it’s time to seek help,” says
Dr Linde. If someone notices that you are down, that doesn’t
automatically mean you have depression. But someone
seeing emotional fluctuations and behaviour changes for
several weeks may indicate depression.
Your behaviour
Sleep disturbances and appetite changes are hallmarks of
depression. A night or two of disrupted sleep or eating isn’t
necessarily a big deal. But if this continues and makes life
even more difficult than it already is, you may need to talk to
someone about what’s going on.
If you’re not sure whether there is a problem or not, try
doing something that will change your mood, like going for
a walk or talking to a friend. “Do something that you think
will likely help you break your negative mood and thinking
patterns. Sometimes, just getting distracted and out of your
own head can change the course of your day,” says Cassey
Chambers from the South African Depression and Anxiety
Group (SADAG).
Chances are that you have probably done these things at
one time or another. If it works, you’re probably just having
a rough day (or week) but you’ll bounce back and be your
usual self. If, however, you find that these things don’t work
and you continue to feel these symptoms for two weeks or
longer, you may be heading into a depressive episode.
Still not sure?
It may not always be easy to tell the difference between
a run-of-the-mill bad mood and depression. According to
the National Institute of Mental Health, people who are
depressed have symptoms that interfere with their work,
daily activities or social life.
If you have five or more of the following symptoms for
most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks, and
We all have days when we want to hide under the covers and wish the world
would leave us alone. But when a bad day turns into a bad month, it’s time
to take a closer look at your mood
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the symptoms are severe enough to interfere with your daily
activities, you may have depression:
• Depressed mood, sadness or an “empty” feeling, or
appearing sad or tearful to others.
• Loss of interest or pleasure in activities you once enjoyed.
• Significant weight loss when not dieting, or significant
weight gain (for example, more than 5% of your body
weight in a month).
• Inability to sleep or excessive sleeping.
• Restlessness or irritation (irritable mood may be a
symptom in children or adolescents too), or feelings
of “dragging”.
• Fatigue or loss of energy.
• Feeling worthless, or excessively or inappropriately guilty.
• Difficulty thinking or concentrating, or indecisiveness.
• Recurrent thoughts of death or suicide without a specific
plan, or a suicide attempt or specific plan for committing
suicide.
Don’t let your negative thoughts and feelings consume
you – talk about how you’re feeling, and if life has got you
down or overwhelmed, know that there’s help. SADAG runs
a telephonic counselling centre (open seven
days a week from 8am to 8pm) for anyone
needing advice or a referral to a mental
health expert or support group. If, at any
point, you have thoughts or feelings that
truly disturb you or you feel out of control,
don’t wait. Call your doctor or
SADAG immediately. HI
10 ways to turn around a bad day
• Listen to a favourite song and
sing along.
• Watch a funny YouTube video.
• Phone a close friend.
• Pet an animal.
• Give and get a hug.
• Practise deep breathing.
• Write about what’s bothering you
and then write something you are
grateful for.
• Do some exercise – just get up
and move.
• Sign out of Facebook.
• Walk barefoot on the grass.
Janine Shamos is a senior counsellor and educator
at The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG).
For more information on how to deal with depression, anxiety
and trauma, call SADAG on 0800 21 22 23 or visit Sadag.org