Mental Health Blog

Seasonal change is a contributing factor to seasonal affective disorder (SAD). It may be a suffocating, upsetting kind of depression. Most people don't know how to deal with seasonal sadness when they first experience it. In the fall, they start to feel depleted of vitality and enthusiasm, and as winter wears on, things only become worse. Typically, throughout the spring, depression symptoms go away on their own, and they are only mildly present throughout the summer. It's crucial to keep in mind that SAD in its milder version, winter depression or the winter blues, exists. Researchers are not yet sure what exactly causes seasonal affective disorder, but some of its prevalent markers include: Daily depression that occurs in a seasonal pattern Lack of interest in previously enjoyed activities Weight gain & changes in appetite Lacking energy & feeling constantly tired Excessive sleeping Seasonal affective disorder symptoms that are not addressed might result in long-term ...

The days are lengthening somewhere in beautiful North Carolina as summer draws nearer and nearer. I have my laptop in front of me while I sit on the balcony of my flat. I recall how I was unable to view this type of sunshine four years ago and enjoy it by letting it warm my skin. I was on the verge of graduating from college and in a really dark place, but I was so mentally ill that I barely made it through the semester and I didn't participate in my own graduation. I have moved to a new location. I'm at a more stable stage of my recovery at this point, however, I still fight to control my mental health disorders and can feel the sun on my skin. The word "stable" is arbitrary. My anxiety and melancholy are more controlled than they've ever been, yet some days are filled with arduous climbs, low, empty ditches, and frenetic, uncontrolled pandemonium. I'm still having trouble embracing the fact that my spravato treatment won't just go one day. Living the li...

Every instinct in my body urges me to stay in bed when I'm depressed and not get out. It can be difficult to resist my depression sometimes, even though I know it will only get worse. Spending time outside is a healthy coping strategy I picked up early in my battle with treatment resistant depression . It always seems to bring me serenity and insight. I would either open my windows or go sit outdoors if I couldn't sleep in the middle of the night when experiencing a severely depressed episode. I would sit on my porch at three in the morning, listen to music, and consider my feelings. Getting out of bed and into the fresh air was therapeutic. When it's tough to even get out of bed in the morning, spending time outside might feel like an overwhelming undertaking. Any meaning you choose for spending time outside is up to you. It's not even necessary to run or even walk; you may simply stand outside for five minutes while taking in the fresh air. It’s OK to modify your plan...

Performing even the tiniest chore may be quite burdensome while I'm going through a depressed episode. I underwent a different treatment resistant depression . Therefore, doing all the duties that I must do on a regular basis seems nearly impossible. I shut down when I'm too stressed out by all the things on my to-do list. I stutter and find it challenging to break down each item on my to-do list into independent chores. My brain combines them all together, making it seem difficult to do everything. After different treatments and medications finally went with spravato treatment , after treatment everything changed slowly. Make a to-do list and write it down. When I have a lot on my plate, I find that everything swirls about in my thoughts and might give the impression that I have more to accomplish than I have. I can see how much work there is to do by listing what has to be done. Even if it's something I do every day, I list everything I need to accomplish. For instance, e...

I cherished the holiday season as a child and eagerly anticipated it. However, nothing interests me while I'm having a depressing episode. Because I was aware of how much joy they had previously provided me, the holidays began to feel depressing to me. Around the holidays, I feel like my depression has a bigger hole in my chest. Be thankful for the holidays for what they are. Due to the fact that it's a social season, the holidays might be difficult. You could have more social commitments than usual. Multiple party attendance might be draining, especially if you're depressed. Relax and attend as much as you can. An unfavourable day of depression cannot be predicted. So treatment resistant depression can help a lot. It occasionally occurs on a holiday. If this is the case, simply celebrate and do your best. Additionally, it's acceptable to observe holidays on days other than the ones they fall on. If a holiday falls on a bad day for your mental health, you can still enj...

Depression among females is widespread. It goes beyond "simply feeling depressed" or "just being sad." A mood illness called depression can be challenging to manage on your own. Depression that is left untreated can have extremely severe symptoms and have a detrimental impact on practically every aspect of your life, from how you feel to how you think and behave. Women are more likely than males to experience depression. This may be a result of female-specific hormonal, metabolic, and social variables, according to researchers. Depression in Women: Early Warning Signs and Symptoms Women may show different symptoms of depression than males. Clinical depression, sometimes referred to as "major depressive illness," affects more women than men (MDD). One in four women will reportedly have a significant depressive episode at some point in their lives. Feelings of melancholy and hopelessness may accompany depression. Women who experience it may feel useless and ...