If you’ve been down in the dumps lately and have noticed that it has drastically changed many aspects of your life, there’s a chance you may be dealing with depression. Read on to find out how depression can be spotted and what can be done about it.
Alcohol has become a close friend
You find yourself resorting to alcohol to cancel out the pain. The problem is, you can become very much addicted. Instead of depending on drinks to drown your sorrows, search for healthy ways to face your troubles. You might want to consider abstinence if your alcohol intake has severely increased. There are many negative effects that alcohol has on mental health (not just physical).
You’ve become numb
You would do anything not to feel sad, so you decide not to feel at all. The trouble is, you might be blocking yourself from amazing opportunities due to your fear of pain. Instead of avoiding this pain, welcome it. Get to know the source of it to learn how tackle it.
You pretend to be overly confident
It’s great to have a healthy amount of confidence, but once you cross the limit and embark on something just to make yourself feel invincible, it can get dangerous. What you’re doing is trying to escape the way you feel by acting the opposite way. This article provides ways you can deal with escapism
You feel inadequate
Lately, you feel like you’re not good enough for anything. One way to boost self-esteem is to self-evaluate. Try to recognize the thoughts of self doubt and as they occur, write them down. Learn why these thoughts have materialized and try talking back to them to help find your worth again.
You work to forget
Perhaps you’ve been working overtime or you’ve been spending more time at the gym. That extra time will only let you stop worrying temporarily. Instead of overworking yourself, realize it’s important to get to the root of your depression. Seek professional help if you need to. It’s better to accept the state you’re in and speak to a professional to improve over time instead of sticking to short-lived methods of relief.
You’ve stopped taking care of yourself
A few simple telltale signs of depression involve how much you’ve let yourself go. Maybe you’ve stopped brushing your teeth or combing your hair. You’ve lost all care for your appearance. Since moving helps to decrease depression, you can start your day off with an activity that will get you moving.
You feel fatigued
You’ve been in a state of constant exhaustion but can’t explain why. One important (but overlooked) way to deal with fatigue is to sleep right. Getting a healthy amount of sleep can help ward off any low-energy feelings or moments.
You have trouble concentrating
You notice that your ability to stay focused and think clearly has decreased. There are a few ways to help with your lack of concentration.
You’re trapped in sadness
Your mood has been generally gloomy. One way to escape this feeling is to meditate. Seek guidance from the universe on how you can deal with and move past your sadness.
Your weight has changed
Depression can take a toll on your appetite. If you’ve experienced an increase in your desire for food, you may have put on a few pounds. If you’ve had a decrease in appetite, then you’ve most likely shed a few. You can seek nutritional support from a dietitian who can help create a balanced meal plan that fits your needs.
