Living with depression

Depression is a harmful ailment. It can make simple, day to day life seem impossible. For many suffers it can take a huge amount of strength and motivation to manage basic tasks like getting out of bed and leaving the house. Things we take for granted like speaking to friends or reading a book can become exhausting, and some people start to feel anxious or ashamed about not being able to do the things they used to, especially if it means taking time away from work or college.

The real risk of isolation

It can be very hard to explain our thoughts and feelings to others. When depression takes hold some people find themselves overwhelmed by emotions, while others feel cut off from them. This can make sometimes relationships difficult, and many people feel they have to hide what’s happening. The more overwhelming our symptoms, the more isolated and lonely we can become. If left untreated, depression can have a devastating impact on our relationships, our work, our finances and our overall health, so it’s vital to help as early as possible.

Living with depression is something you can overcome.

How to managing depression

Most depression sufferers will get better with the right treatment and support. For some it takes months, for others it’s years, and you might find that your symptoms go up and down, particularly during periods of stress or change. For many people, recovery is about being able to manage depression in the long term, so you’re more likely to be able to prevent your symptoms from reoccurring in future or can stop them becoming unmanageable if they do. In the depths of depression recovery can seem unimaginable, which is why encouraging someone to get help isn’t always straightforward.

The good news is that things usually get better, and with the right support most people will go on to lead a healthy and active life.

Living with depression is difficult but it can be overcome.

There are plenty of self help schemes, like the Linden Method that can help you and are worth exploring. Please read the articles on this blog and most importantly share your concerns with your family and friends, they can help help you live with depression and once again enjoy your life to the full.