Depression is a psychological disorder, and in recent years, many people have suffered from it.
On April 1, 2003, the legendary star Leslie Cheung, due to uncontrollable depression, chose to leap from a Hong Kong hotel on April Fools’ Day, leaving people lamenting and mourning;
On the evening of September 16, 2016, singer and actor Qiao Renliang passed away at his home in Shanghai at the age of only 28 due to depression;
On October 14, 2019, South Korean actor and singer Choi Sulli, aged only 25, was confirmed to have committed suicide at home, leaving people sighing;
On November 24, 2019, Choi Sulli’s close friend, also a popular Korean star, Goo Hara, also committed suicide at home at the age of only 28…
In addition to celebrities committing suicide due to depression, many ordinary people in our lives have lost their precious lives due to depression. Is there really no symptom before depression occurs?
What are the signs of early depression? Once noticed, timely psychological intervention is necessary.
1. Early signs of depression: Lack of security
If one day you find yourself frequently thinking about unpleasant things, feeling anxious about your future, and lacking any sense of security, especially feeling less confident about the people around you, being afraid of getting hurt, and even believing that your friends or family are very unkind to you, then you should be vigilant, as this is likely a case of mild depression.
2. Early signs of depression: Withdrawal from social interactions
Most people with depression do not like to communicate with others, they prefer to isolate themselves in a corner, not knowing what they want to do, feeling very inferior, thinking why no one understands them, and gradually developing depressive feelings. At this point, they tend to get more and more stuck in negative thoughts.
3. Early signs of depression: Loss of interest in things
In life, everyone has hobbies and pursuits, but if you lose interest in these things, or even have suicidal thoughts, and these thoughts occur every day, it is clearly a sign of mild depression and should not be ignored. Once noticed, you should promptly seek psychological intervention at the hospital, as only those with severe depression would have thoughts of suicide.
4. Early signs of depression: Sleep disturbances
People with depression often have severe sleep disturbances, either have difficulty falling asleep or constantly waking up in the middle of the night unable to fall back asleep. If this situation lasts for more than two weeks, and you find yourself wanting to cry all the time, waking up at night and crying freely, then you must be vigilant, as this is likely a case of depression that requires active psychological intervention.
5. Early signs of depression: Loss of appetite
Depressed individuals often gradually lose their appetite, feel extremely tired, mentally exhausted, their physical strength unknowingly declines, and at this time, they may also experience headaches, body aches, and gastrointestinal discomfort. When these symptoms occur, it may indicate that you have entered the category of mild depression and you need to actively improve your condition.
Four types of people that depression “prefers”!
1. Perfectionists
Many people around us are perfectionists. While this is a very noble aspiration that everyone strives for, being overly demanding of oneself can unwittingly place oneself in chains.
Being stubborn, not taking advice, easily getting angry… These prominent characteristics formed during the pursuit of perfection undoubtedly become the catalyst for depression. Any minor flaws in things would lead to restlessness, trying to fill the gaps, and gradually trapping oneself in a set cage, eventually leading to the path of depression.
2. Family members or people around with a history of depression
As the saying goes: “Do not be near the unhappy to avoid misfortune.” Many things around us often influence our behavior habits and psychological interventions. If you spend a long time with a group of people suffering from depression, your thoughts and behaviors will gradually assimilate. Medical studies have shown a close relationship between genetic factors and depression. If you cannot take good care of the depressed individuals around you, empathize with their emotions, you may lead yourself into the abyss of depression.
3. High-pressure workers
The increase in life stress is undoubtedly a double-edged sword. Some people can turn it into motivation, constantly overcoming difficulties and moving forward, but some people view it as a shackle, like a huge stone pressing on their hearts, continually suppressing themselves. Over time, they will not have time to relax. If they do not know how to release pressure, they will increase the risk of depression.
4. Pessimists
Undoubtedly, this group of people are more likely to fall into depression. Always blaming others for their misfortunes, self-pitying and self-absorbed, always attributing everything to bad luck. Slowly, they will be on the verge of collapse and unable to make adjustments to themselves, let alone break through the darkness and make a new start.
Adhering to a few things can help slowly emerge from the “darkness”
1. Mindfulness training
In the early stages of depression, it is essential to actively make improvements and continuously adjust yourself to help overcome symptoms like depression and anxiety.
It means gradually correcting your thoughts and accepting positive treatments. You will discover the beauty of life, which will help you get through the dark period in a stable manner.
2. Exercise
Exercise is considered one of the most effective treatments for depression. Research shows that exercise has the most natural effect on the physical and mental recovery process, especially for people with psychological disorders or bad moods, it has rapid and significant improvement effects.
During exercise, individuals can continuously release their stress, balance their neurotransmitter levels, which is the biological basis for emotional stability. Activities like running, fast walking, hiking can be done daily, and they are beneficial for connecting with nature.
3. Stay active, involve in life
Make a reasonable daily schedule for yourself, give yourself something to do, slowly set goals for yourself, involve yourself in something you can manage, then you won’t have too much energy for random thoughts. This will weaken your focus and experience of negative emotions and gradually break through the darkness.
4. Establish the right mindset
Spend 20 minutes each day practicing a few positive affirmations, and you will find a miraculous change in your mindset.
I strive to do my best, but I don’t demand perfection from myself. I respect others, but I don’t need to force it. Anyone can like me as long as I believe in myself. Continuously find oneself in life, love oneself well, and make your life more colorful.
