Depression

It has been said that our ability to accomplish what is expected of us is directly linked to morale and vision. Lose morale, lose vision, and it isn't long before you find yourself in the slough of despondency. Life becomes dreary and tedious.

Problems become insurmountable, the mind becomes clouded with negativity and pessimism. The body becomes drained, weary and heavier. Sound familiar?

Depression has become a serious and increasingly more common problem in today's world. Many adults and young people will at some time experience symptoms of depression, and while a low mood does not stop you leading a normal life, depression, especially intense, prolonged depression, can be seriously debilitating, and at times life threatening, often culminating in suicide.

Where does it come from?

Depression can occur for any number of reasons. At times, these reasons may not be obvious, circumstances play a big part. Financial worries, living on a low income, business concerns, unemployment, divorce or other relationship problems. Distressing events such as pressure of examinations, or the death of a family member. All of these things can and do contribute towards depression.

Not everyone will react in the same way, the symptoms differ from person to person. Some become quiet and withdrawn and apathetic. Others may turn to alcohol or other drugs to mask their pain, and yet others become increasingly agitated and restless.

Depression could also be hereditary in nature, body make-up being a factor. Early life events, long forgotten could also be the cause of depression.

Signs and symptoms that may be experienced:

Emotional

No interest or enthusiasm for what would normally be considered enjoyable activities.
Inability to display emotion.
Feelings of being alone, even in company.
Guilt.
Sadness.
Despair.
Numbness.
Agitation.

Physical

Tiredness, lethargy – feeling worse at different times throughout the day.
Sleep problems.
Change of eating habits, loss of appetite.
Drinking heavily.
Loss of libido.

Thoughts

Loss of confidence.
Negative thinking – fearing, or expecting the worst.
Thoughts of suicide.
Poor self image.
Loss of self worth.

You may experience some of the above symptoms and not be depressed at all. However, if you can see that some of them, (and maybe some that are not listed) apply to you, then you may be suffering from depression.

Give me a call, Hypnotherapy can and does help in many cases.

Ian Smith - Clinical Hypnotherapist




Depression It has been said that our ability to accomplish what is expected of us is directly linked to morale and vision. Lose morale, lose vision, and it isn't long before you find yourself in the slough of despondency. Life becomes dreary and tedious. Problems become insurmountable, the mind becomes clouded with negativity and pessimism. The body becomes drained, weary and heavier. Sound familiar? Depression has become a serious and increasingly more common problem in today's world. Many adults and young people will at some time experience symptoms of depression, and while a low mood does not stop you leading a normal life, depression, especially intense, prolonged depression, can be seriously debilitating, and at times life threatening, often culminating in suicide. Where does it come from? Depression can occur for any number of reasons. At times, these reasons may not be obvious, circumstances play a big part. Financial worries, living on a low income, business concerns, unemployment, divorce or other relationship problems. Distressing events such as pressure of examinations, or the death of a family member. All of these things can and do contribute towards depression. Not everyone will react in the same way, the symptoms differ from person to person. Some become quiet and withdrawn and apathetic. Others may turn to alcohol or other drugs to mask their pain, and yet others become increasingly agitated and restless. Depression could also be hereditary in nature, body make-up being a factor. Early life events, long forgotten could also be the cause of depression. Signs and symptoms that may be experienced: Emotional No interest or enthusiasm for what would normally be considered enjoyable activities. Inability to display emotion. Feelings of being alone, even in company. Guilt. Sadness. Despair. Numbness. Agitation. Physical Tiredness, lethargy – feeling worse at different times throughout the day. Sleep problems. Change of eating habits, loss of appetite. Drinking heavily. Loss of libido. Thoughts Loss of confidence. Negative thinking – fearing, or expecting the worst. Thoughts of suicide. Poor self image. Loss of self worth. You may experience some of the above symptoms and not be depressed at all. However, if you can see that some of them, (and maybe some that are not listed) apply to you, then you may be suffering from depression. Give me a call, Hypnotherapy can and does help in many cases. Ian Smith - Clinical Hypnotherapist