DEPRESSION AND EARLY SIGNS OF DEPRESSION
What is depression?
Feeling down from time to time is a normal part of life, but when emotions such as hopelessness and despair take hold and just won’t go away, you may have depression
Signs and symptoms
1. Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness.
2. Loss of interest in daily activities.
3. Appetite or weight changes.
4. Sleep changes
5. Anger or irritability
6. Loss of energy.
7. Self-loathing.
8. Reckless behavior
9. Concentration problems
10. Unexplained aches and pains.
What you can do to feel better
Reach out to other people.
Get moving.
Eat a mood boosting diet.
Find ways to engage again with the world.
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What Is Depression And What Are The Early Signs Of Depression
What is depression?
Feeling down from time to time is a normal part of life, but when emotions such as hopelessness and despair take hold and just won’t go away, you may have depression
However you experience the problem, left untreated it can become a serious health condition. But it’s important to remember that feelings of helplessness and hopelessness are symptoms of depression—not the reality of your situation.
Signs and symptoms
1. Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. A bleak outlook—nothing will ever get better and there’s nothing you can do to improve your situation.
2. Loss of interest in daily activities. You don’t care anymore about former hobbies, pastimes, social activities, or sex. You’ve lost your ability to feel joy and pleasure.
3. Appetite or weight changes. Significant weight loss or weight gain—a change of more than 5% of body weight in a month.
4. Sleep changes. Either insomnia, especially waking in the early hours of the morning, or oversleeping.
5. Anger or irritability. Feeling agitated, restless, or even violent. Your tolerance level is low, your temper short, and everything and everyone gets on your nerves
6. Loss of energy. Feeling fatigued, sluggish, and physically drained. Your whole body may feel heavy, and even small tasks are exhausting or take longer to complete.
7. Self-loathing. Strong feelings of worthlessness or guilt. You harshly criticize yourself for perceived faults and mistakes.
8. Reckless behavior. You engage in escapist behavior such as substance abuse, compulsive gambling, reckless driving, or dangerous sports.
9. Concentration problems. Trouble focusing, making decisions, or remembering things.
10. Unexplained aches and pains. An increase in physical complaints such as headaches, back pain, aching muscles, and stomach pain.
What you can do to feel better
Reach out to other people. Isolation fuels depression, so reach out to friends and loved ones, even if you feel like being alone or don’t want to be a burden to others. The simple act of talking to someone face-to-face about how you feel can be an enormous help. The person you talk to doesn’t have to be able to fix you. They just need to be a good listener—someone who’ll listen attentively without being distracted or judging you.
Get moving. When you’re depressed, just getting out of bed can seem daunting, let alone exercising. But regular exercise can be as effective as antidepressant medication in countering the symptoms of depression. Take a short walk or put some music on and dance around. Start with small activities and build up from there.
Eat a mood boosting diet. Reduce your intake of foods that can adversely affect your mood, such as caffeine, alcohol, trans fats, sugar and refined carbs. And increase mood-enhancing nutrients such as Omega-3 fatty acids.
Find ways to engage again with the world. Spend some time in nature, care for a pet, volunteer, pick up a hobby you used to enjoy (or take up a new one). You won’t feel like it at first, but as you participate in the world again, you will start to feel better.
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5 Signs that the End of the Relationship
Do you stay or leave the relationship?
It is very, very difficult for all couples to come to terms with the fact that one relationship has expired
Love used to flourish, everything was magical, and now we don't communicate with our partner, we don't exchange tenderness and we live like two roommates.
Love was left without passion, energy and emotion and turned into routine, comfort and convenience.
It's important to be honest with ourselves in times like these, and face a moment of clarity.
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7 Interesting Things That Can Tell You A Lot About A Person
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Don't ignore these 6 signs of stress!
Explore a variety of sensory experiences so that no matter where you are, you’ll always have a tool to relieve stress.
The examples listed below are intended to be a jumping-off point. Let your imagination run free and come up with additional things to try. When you find the right sensory technique, you’ll know it!
Sight
Look at a cherished photo or a favorite memento.
Use a plant or flowers to enliven your work space.
Enjoy the beauty of nature: a garden, the beach, a park, or your own backyard.
Surround yourself with colors that lift your spirits.
Close your eyes and picture a place that feels peaceful and rejuvenating.
Smell
Light a scented candle or burn some incense.
Experiment with different essential oils.
Smell the roses or another type of flower.
Enjoy clean, fresh air in the great outdoors.
Spritz on your favorite perfume or cologne.
Touch
Wrap yourself in a warm blanket.
Pet a dog or cat.
Hold a comforting object (a stuffed animal, a favorite memento).
Give yourself a hand or neck massage.
Wear clothing that feels soft against your skin.
Taste
Slowly savoring a favorite treat can be very relaxing, but mindless eating will only add to your stress and your waistline. The key is to indulge your sense of taste mindfully and in moderation.
Chew a piece of sugarless gum.
Indulge in a small piece of dark chocolate.
Sip a steaming cup of coffee or tea or a refreshing cold drink.
Eat a perfectly ripe piece of fruit.
Enjoy a healthy, crunchy snack (celery, carrots, or trail mix).
Movement
If you tend to shut down when you’re under stress or have experienced trauma, stress-relieving activities that get you moving may be particularly helpful.
Run in place or jump up and down.
Dance around.
Stretch or roll your head in circles.
Go for a short walk.
Squeeze a rubbery stress ball.
Sound
Sing or play a favorite tune.
Listen to calming or uplifting music.
Tune in to the soundtrack of nature—crashing waves, the wind rustling the trees, birds singing.
Buy a small fountain, so you can enjoy the soothing sound of running water in your home or office.
Hang wind chimes near an open window.
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Borderline Personality Disorder, What is BPD ?
Overview
Borderline personality disorder is a mental health disorder that impacts the way you think and feel about yourself and others, causing problems functioning in everyday life. It includes self-image issues, difficulty managing emotions and behavior, and a pattern of unstable relationships
Symptoms
Borderline personality disorder affects how you feel about yourself, how you relate to others and how you behave.
Signs and symptoms may include:
An intense fear of abandonment, even going to extreme measures to avoid real or imagined separation or rejection
A pattern of unstable intense relationships, such as idealizing someone one moment and then suddenly believing the person doesn't care enough or is cruel
Rapid changes in self-identity and self-image that include shifting goals and values, and seeing yourself as bad or as if you don't exist at all
Periods of stress-related paranoia and loss of contact with reality, lasting from a few minutes to a few hours
Impulsive and risky behavior, such as gambling, reckless driving, unsafe sex, spending sprees, binge eating or drug abuse, or sabotaging success by suddenly quitting a good job or ending a positive relationship
Suicidal threats or behavior or self-injury, often in response to fear of separation or rejection
Wide mood swings lasting from a few hours to a few days, which can include intense happiness, irritability, shame or anxiety
Ongoing feelings of emptiness
Inappropriate, intense anger, such as frequently losing your temper, being sarcastic or bitter, or having physical fights
If you notice signs or symptoms in a family member or friend, talk to that person about seeing a doctor or mental health provider. But you can't force someone to seek help. If the relationship causes you significant stress, you may find it helpful to see a therapist yourself.
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Simply 5 Signs of Teenage Depression
If you want to know what the first signs of depression are
watch the video to the end.
What you can do to help
If you’ve noticed that a child you care about doesn’t seem themselves, the first step is to talk about what’s going on and how they’re feeling. If they reply with a ‘dunno’, suggest some feeling words and see if any hit the mark with them.
Let your child know that it’s OK to ask for help and that you’re ready to listen to whatever they want to say. If they’re distressed about a particular situation, you can help them to solve the problem or find ways yourself to improve the situation.
You could also try doing something fun, getting outside and doing some exercise, or doing something special together.
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