Dealing With Depression
I common terms depression is a mental health problem that causes people to experience low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy, and poor concentration.
Statistics show that an estimated 1 in 6 people experienced a common mental disorder in the past week
Symptoms:
Symptoms may vary among people but generally encompass a feeling of sadness or hopelessness. These can include:
Tiredness and loss of energySadness that doesn’t go awayLoss of self-confidence and self-esteemDifficulty concentratingNot being able to enjoy things that are usually pleasurable of interestingFeeling anxious all the timeAvoiding other people, sometimes even your close friendsCauses:
Depression is a complex condition and its causes are not fully understood. However, various contributing factors can lead to depression. Such as psychological, social factors, biological factors or serious life-changing events.
Getting support:
Common treatment approaches for depression include talking therapies and medication. we have provided a list of support networks below for you to reach out to if you have feelings of depression or low feelings.
Take the first step – depression can affect anyone, and you deserve help to feel better. Talk to someone you like and trust, like a teacher, relative, counsellor or friend.
YoungMinds Crisis Messenger
Provides free, 24/7 crisis support across the UK if you are experiencing a mental health crisisIf you need urgent help text YM to 85258All texts are answered by trained volunteers, with support from experienced clinical supervisorsTexts are free from EE, O2, Vodafone, 3, Virgin Mobile, BT Mobile, GiffGaff, Tesco Mobile and Telecom Plus.www.samaritans.orgIf you’re in distress and need support, you can ring Samaritans for free at any time of the day or night.Freephone (UK and Republic of Ireland): 116 123 (24 hours)Email: [email protected]Papyrus (Prevention of Young Suicide)
www.papyrus-uk.orgConfidential advice and support for young people who feel suicidal.HOPELineUK: 0800 068 41 41Text: 07786 209 697Email: [email protected]CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
www.thecalmzone.netOffers support to young men in the UK who are down or in a crisis.Helpline: 0800 58 58 58 (Daily 17:00-midnight)Webchatwww.childline.org.ukIf you’re under 19 you can confidentially call, email, or chat online about any problem big or small
Freephone 24h helpline: 0800 1111