Tag: being depressed
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18 Things to Never Say to Someone With Depression (and What to Say Instead)
Here’s how to be more supportive for someone who’s depressed. Depression is a multifaceted mental health condition that affects millions worldwide. Its causes are as complex as the condition. It may stem from genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Understanding these underlying causes is crucial in empathizing with and supporting those who are depressed. In…
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10 Reasons It’s Important to Open Up About Your Depression
Don’t hide your depressed feelings from the world. Depression is a common but serious mood disorder that impacts millions of people around the world. Despite its prevalence, there’s still much stigma and misunderstanding. Opening up about being depressed is more than a single step towards personal healing. Instead, it creates a doorway that opens us…
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How to Know If I Am Depressed: 9 Signs To Never Ignore
In the depths of our emotional well-being, there are times when the weight of the world seems unbearable. Sometimes a cloud of darkness lingers, and joy feels out of reach. If you’ve ever found yourself uttering the words, “I am depressed,” it’s essential to recognize that you are not alone. Depression affects countless individuals worldwide,…
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10 Hidden Signs of Depression in Women
Feeling sad is natural, and it happens to everyone, but if the feeling lasts for a few weeks, it could indicate depression. When sadness takes over your life and affects your well-being, it can affect how you think, behave, sleep, work, and everything else. Being depressed can deplete your energy and leave you feeling helpless…
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13 Key Signs of High-Functioning Depression Never to Ignore
High-functioning depression is perhaps more insidious than we can imagine. It impacts people across the board–even those with significant successes in life. In Michelle Obama’s podcast, she admits, I’m waking up in the middle of the night, cause I’m worrying about something, or there’s a heaviness … There have been periods … where I just, have…
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12 Signs Someone Is Going into Depression Relapse
When someone overcomes depression, there is always a risk that they will have a depression relapse. When a relapse occurs, there are usually warning signs to indicate that it is happening. The sooner you notice the signs, the sooner you can help the person before it spirals. A depression relapse can occur at any time…