Many people suffer from depression have tried Counselling, CBT and Mindfulness and nothing seems to work, and their lives can be very miserable indeed. Most people who suffer depression feel trapped as very often they don’t know why they get so depressed. Depression can be a chemical imbalance in the brain such as a Serotonin Deficiency and some clients are therefore encouraged to seek medical help from their GP or Psychiatrist in the form of drug treatment and this can help immensely. Depression can be caused by Bereavement, Postnatal Depression and Bipolar Disorder. Other forms of depression can be a result of our thinking.
Depression has so many symptoms from:
Continuous sadness and feeling low
Feeling hopelessness and helplessness
Low self-esteem
Tearfulness
Feelings of guilt
Irritability and intolerant
Lack of motivation or interest
Difficulty in making decisions
Not enjoying life in general
Suicidal thoughts or self harm
Constant feelings of anxiety or worry
Speaking and moving slower than usual
Change in eating habits either more or less
Bowel movement problems
General aches and pains
Lack of energy and lethargic
No sexual drive
Menstrual cycle changes
Problem sleeping
Not keeping up with work commitments
Avoidance of social situations with family or friends
No longer taking interest in hobbies or sports
Relationship problems
There are varying degrees of depression and the impact upon a persons life varies according to the degree of the depression:
Mild depression and general malaise can have some impact of a persons life.
Moderate depression can have a serious impact on how a person functions in life generally
Severe depression can devastate a persons life and lead to being totally unable to cope with everyday life and eventual breakdown