Because they often have low energy and are less motivated
Upset stomach or loss of appetite
Why is it important to educate yourself on depression?
Because then you can be patient with the situation and try and realize what emotions you are feeling
What is the one of the most important things to do when your friend/family member is sad?
Just be there for them (also trying to make them smile/laugh. Laughter is important to mental health and research shows the more you smile/laugh, the happier you feel)
They are often negative thoughts because they feel that there problems will never get better and that is often the only thing they focus on
They actually often do nothing, they lose interest and sit by themselves
Why do you ask the person that is depressed a lot of questions to figure things out?
Why is it important to tell them that things will get better?
It is roughly 11%
How long does hopelessness often last if you try to get help?
They often sleep either too much or too little they never get the right amount of sleep
Why is it important to listen to someone that is depressed?
Because listening to them makes them build a trust with you and express their feelings
What percentage of children today suffer depression?
4% of children ages 3-17 have current, diagnosed depression (3% of males and 6% of females).
Why do people often feel discouraged when they are depressed?
Suicide
They should try and seek support groups
What other things should you encourage someone that is depressed to do in their nutritional habits?
Encourage them to eat right, get the right amount of sleep, and just walk and relax everyday
What is the leading cause of disability in the US amongst ages 15-44?
Depression
What is the strongest mood of Depression?
Sadness
They often give away their belongings
What is one thing that you should remind someone about everyday when they are suffering from depression?
- How strong they are everyday
- How much you care
- How they are valued
- How they're appreciated
- Positive Praise!!!!
What movie have we been watching that describes depression and anxiety?
Inside Out (1 or 2)