
Depression
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Depression is a very common condition that can be triggered by stressful events, or can sometimes appear with no obvious catalyst.
Some symptoms of depression include:
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Constantly feeling down or hopeless
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Having little interest in doing things you used to enjoy
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Feelings of loneliness, guilt and worthlessness
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Feeling exhausted all the time
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Not participating in routine activities and hobbies
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Withdrawing from family and friends
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Difficulty concentrating and making decisions
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Disrupted sleep patterns
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Eating a lot more / or less than usual
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It is common for people who have depression to also feel anxious
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Some people with depression may have thoughts of death or suicide
You can take a self-test for depression here: https://depression.org.nz/is-it-depression-anxiety/self-test/
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If you suspect you may be experiencing depression it is important that you talk to a healthcare professional.
Your GP is often a good starting point.
Talk therapy can help you re - connect with people and activities, learn techniques to calm your body and brain, challenge unhelpful thinking, develop better coping mechanisms, and implement problem-solving skills.
Urgent Help
If you think you, or someone you know is at crisis point, urgent help is needed.
Emergency teams (called CATT ) provide 24 hours a day, 7 days a week assessment and short-term treatment services for people experiencing a serious mental health crisis.
Akld Central Crisis Team: 0800 800 717
Or if in immediate danger, call 111