depression - to hide or not to hide?
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Lets Hide Or Not? Depression
Genovieve FeaseyThe Choice To Change
www.thechoicetochange.co.ukwww.hypnotherapyandcounselling.co.uk
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What is Depression?
Feelings of loss
Uncontrollable mood.
Hopelessness, Worthlessness
People we recognise:Robbin Williams - Stephen Fry - Adele -
Princess Diana
What are the Symptoms?
• Depressed mood most of the day and nearly every day
• Lack of motivation or concentration • No interest or pleasure in things that
were pleasurable before • Significant weight loss/gain• Insomnia
Who does it affect?
Causes of Depression
Biological differences
Neurotransmitters
Hormones
Complications of Depression• Suicide• Increased risk of
alcohol and drug related problems
• Increased risk of tobacco dependence
• Increased problems with physical health
Treatments
• Medication /Drugs• Counseling Or
Psychotherapy• Combination of All
of the above
Risk of Effective Treatment
Antidepressant can be very effective, NOTE: and for some people it may/can cause suicidal behaviour. YOU CAN SEEK ALTERNATIVE treatment
I have difficulty sleeping every night. I close my eyes to try to get some rest, but all I can think about are my concerns and it doesn’t let me sleep…
Jane from Buckinghamshire
I feel worthless. I feel like no one loves or cares for me and it makes no difference whether I’m living in this world or not.
Tom aged 13 Buckinghamshire
I don’t find anything interesting anymore. Hobbies and things that I enjoyed doing once doesn’t interest me anymore. It’s strange because I used to love doing certain things.. But now nothing catches my attention..
Michael- 55 from Buckinghamshire
What’s important in defeating depression?
Prevention of Depression• Avoid drugs, alcohol, caffeine,
addictive substances.• Ask for medical and
psychological support• Exercise regularly• Learn how to relax and
manage stress• Maintain good sleeping
habits • Get involved with activities
Watch and listen to these testimonialINSPIRATIONAL
STRENGTH
Thank you for listening
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Contact Genovieve 01494 883815