Stunning Facts on Depression
1. Being diagnosed with depression doesn’t mean you are
crazy, weak, or a failure.
2. Often depression runs in families.
3. There is a link between low self-esteem and
depression.
4. Experiencing a significant loss, or coping with an
ongoing stressful situation, are both common causes of depression.
5. Negative thought patterns and core beliefs can
contribute to negative moods and feelings of depression. They can also make it
more difficult to fight and cope with depression.
6. Although
depression can be devastating to both sufferers and their families, the good
news is that depression generally responds to treatment. For example, there is
a large body of literature confirming the effectiveness of both CBT and
antidepressant medications.
7. There is also some evidence indicating that natural
remedies (such as St. John’s Wort) may be helpful for mild to moderate
depression.
8. It is worth experimenting with different forms of treatment
as individuals who don’t respond well to one approach often respond well to
another approach.
9. Evidence indicates that regular exercise has a
positive effect on mood, and can help when you’re fighting depression. (Some
have argued that it is comparable to the benefits of antidepressant
medications).
10. Many people have found that journaling is helpful for
expressing their thoughts and feelings … and then dealing with these in a more
objective way.
11. People who are battling depression should limit their
consumption of alcohol, sedatives and caffeine as these can worsen their mood
and interfere with their ability to cope.
12. Always talk to a trusted friend, family member,
doctor or counsellor about suicidal thoughts. No matter how alone and desperate
you feel, there is always someone who genuinely cares and who will support you
through this time.
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