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Lifelong Depression
I have suffered from depression for as long as I can remember.
My earliest childhood memories are tainted with the ominous
presence of my illness despite growing up in a very loving home
with two kinds and nurturing parents. After a divorce in...
Recognizing and Treating the Symptoms of Depression
Nearly 20 million American adults fall ill from depression each year--that's almost one-tenth of the entire adult population. This devastating condition is not to be ignored: it influences nearly every part of a person's life, from sleeping patterns...
The Fuel Of Stress, Depression and Anxiety
In the 21st Century, it is predicted that stress and stress related illnesses such as depression and anxiety will become the biggest killers. Despite significant advances in housing, standards of living, quality of food, and medical science, the...
Talking to Others About Your Depression
Letting other people know that you are depressed can be a hard
thing for many to do. It is only our natural tendency to keep
things bottled up inside for safety. But talking with other
trusted loved ones can greatly reduce the great weight placed on
us from depression symptoms. As obvious as your depression may
be to you, it may not be so easily seen by others.
The person you start discussing your situation with might
immediately become alarmed and think that you are suicidal.
While suicide thinking is certainly elevated in those that
experience depression this is not always the case. It is more
than likely that you are not suicidal so explain
that to them.
Explain to the symptoms of depression and what makes you
experience them, and that they don't just go away overnight or
by themselves.
Let the person know that there are options out there available
to you to help you with your depression, but its not a fast and
simple recovery. More than likely you will get the emotional
support you need from the person, and hopefully you will be
feeling a little bit better after doing so.
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Written By: Jason Miller