Blast it all. I like writing with humor. But I can't today. Because here's a troubling fact. Don't want to mention it at all. But, look. You are a person, or you are acquainted with someone relatively well who has suffered from depression. And quite frankly, a large number of people do not understand much about the condition. Sadly, I do. This condition affects many millions of people every year throughout the world. The following words can't immediately set a person free from this miserable condition. Having said that, as a former sufferer myself, I would like to offer 8 suggestions for encouragement (not essentially in order of importance). So, here they are.
1. Recognize that you are not on your own in this world of the depressed. In the United States, greater than 19 million individuals deal with depression. More women disclose depression symptoms than do men, but I am certainly a good illustration that males are susceptible to this particular condition too. Depression is sadly even more frequent for young people.
2. There is much, much hope! Keep in mind: Depression can be adequately treated. You will be able to feel better. Mental health specialists reveal to us that most folks who have a depressive occurrence (80% or even more) are able to feel much better once they get an effective treatment method of various kinds. Sometimes it takes a while, but you CAN GET BETTER! So, look forward to that time, and even when you feel significantly disheartened, always remember that these feelings will not stay with your forever. Cling to that truth!
3. Do not emotionally beat up on yourself. Regardless of what ignited the episode of depression, understand that you are a person of great importance. I am a minister and I pray you are in no way offended, but you are a person of amazing importance in the eyes of The Almighty One. The hardships and unhappiness of depression do not indicate that you are a worthless person. On the contrary, some individuals emerge on the other side of depression with the newfound ability to help many individuals because there are many men and women who can't identify with the disorder of depression.
4. De-fang depression. Once you have your first episode of depression, you may not know what it is, and it can truly be scary. Nonetheless, if you were to have reoccurring bouts of depression (which unfortunately isn't unusual), you can take the fangs away from depression by acknowledging just what it is, verbalizing what it is, and going about the processes needed to get better. The more that you know just what your disorder is, and realize it is short-term, you will eventually discover yourself being less fearful of depression if and when it occurs. You can start to de-fang depression.
5. Remember that the state of real depression is truly different in comparison to just having the blues. The term "depressed" is too often used by those that actually do not possess an idea of what genuine depression is. People say, "I'm really depressed right now," when actually these people are experiencing a simple case of the blues with regard to any number of reasons. The date didn't work out. The boss shouted at them, etc. Anyone can easily get the blues on any given time of the week. However, deep, clinical depression is so much more serious in comparison to the doldrums and is not to be ignored.
6. Don't go through a depressive episode on your own. Depending on depth of your symptoms, advise a close friend, family member, pastor, and certainly your medical professional. To involve those who love and uphold you throughout this problem will substantially enrich and speed up your recovery time period. And make an unyielding commitment that if, at any time, you experience significant feelings of suicide or hurting yourself, immediately call in expert medical help.
7. Be ready to fight depression on all fronts. After several years of my own study as well as private battle with this particular condition, I recognize there can be a number of good reasons for a depressive episode. See your doctor. But also consider a qualified professional therapist or a pastor or other clergyman who has expertise and the credentials to deal with depression. In my honest opinion it can sometimes be largely a medical/chemical problem, and many other occasions there are life events and psychological and mental issues that ought to be discussed with a professional trained to deal with this frustrating mental health concern.
8. Don't be surprised if a significant deal of anxiety accompanies your depression. For me it was a vicious cycle. I was depressed and just didn't know the reasons why, therefore my level of anxiety began to go through the roof, and the more my anxiousness escalated, that gave me even more to be depressed about. Therefore, ultimately that was a cycle that I had to stop through some wise competent therapy. Just recognize that you may be restless through this time and that is not unheard of. Try not to fret about it any more than you are already concerned, and continue to seek your physician and/or counselor's advice.
I wish you the very best. You will succeed. You will certainly get through this and feel better. Realize that there is definitely help to be found and, above all, make sure you get that help. You can overcome this! Blessings to all.
1. Recognize that you are not on your own in this world of the depressed. In the United States, greater than 19 million individuals deal with depression. More women disclose depression symptoms than do men, but I am certainly a good illustration that males are susceptible to this particular condition too. Depression is sadly even more frequent for young people.
2. There is much, much hope! Keep in mind: Depression can be adequately treated. You will be able to feel better. Mental health specialists reveal to us that most folks who have a depressive occurrence (80% or even more) are able to feel much better once they get an effective treatment method of various kinds. Sometimes it takes a while, but you CAN GET BETTER! So, look forward to that time, and even when you feel significantly disheartened, always remember that these feelings will not stay with your forever. Cling to that truth!
3. Do not emotionally beat up on yourself. Regardless of what ignited the episode of depression, understand that you are a person of great importance. I am a minister and I pray you are in no way offended, but you are a person of amazing importance in the eyes of The Almighty One. The hardships and unhappiness of depression do not indicate that you are a worthless person. On the contrary, some individuals emerge on the other side of depression with the newfound ability to help many individuals because there are many men and women who can't identify with the disorder of depression.
4. De-fang depression. Once you have your first episode of depression, you may not know what it is, and it can truly be scary. Nonetheless, if you were to have reoccurring bouts of depression (which unfortunately isn't unusual), you can take the fangs away from depression by acknowledging just what it is, verbalizing what it is, and going about the processes needed to get better. The more that you know just what your disorder is, and realize it is short-term, you will eventually discover yourself being less fearful of depression if and when it occurs. You can start to de-fang depression.
5. Remember that the state of real depression is truly different in comparison to just having the blues. The term "depressed" is too often used by those that actually do not possess an idea of what genuine depression is. People say, "I'm really depressed right now," when actually these people are experiencing a simple case of the blues with regard to any number of reasons. The date didn't work out. The boss shouted at them, etc. Anyone can easily get the blues on any given time of the week. However, deep, clinical depression is so much more serious in comparison to the doldrums and is not to be ignored.
6. Don't go through a depressive episode on your own. Depending on depth of your symptoms, advise a close friend, family member, pastor, and certainly your medical professional. To involve those who love and uphold you throughout this problem will substantially enrich and speed up your recovery time period. And make an unyielding commitment that if, at any time, you experience significant feelings of suicide or hurting yourself, immediately call in expert medical help.
7. Be ready to fight depression on all fronts. After several years of my own study as well as private battle with this particular condition, I recognize there can be a number of good reasons for a depressive episode. See your doctor. But also consider a qualified professional therapist or a pastor or other clergyman who has expertise and the credentials to deal with depression. In my honest opinion it can sometimes be largely a medical/chemical problem, and many other occasions there are life events and psychological and mental issues that ought to be discussed with a professional trained to deal with this frustrating mental health concern.
8. Don't be surprised if a significant deal of anxiety accompanies your depression. For me it was a vicious cycle. I was depressed and just didn't know the reasons why, therefore my level of anxiety began to go through the roof, and the more my anxiousness escalated, that gave me even more to be depressed about. Therefore, ultimately that was a cycle that I had to stop through some wise competent therapy. Just recognize that you may be restless through this time and that is not unheard of. Try not to fret about it any more than you are already concerned, and continue to seek your physician and/or counselor's advice.
I wish you the very best. You will succeed. You will certainly get through this and feel better. Realize that there is definitely help to be found and, above all, make sure you get that help. You can overcome this! Blessings to all.
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Learn from one who has been there. Check out Duladine Quinapeg 14 Ways to Deal With Depression, and also Brian Sloan's site Am I Depressed for real life depression help.
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