Recovery from depression can be very slow. For a time, the whole body seems to put itself into a different way of life. Depression shares
Category: Depression
Listen to your own emotions, and negotiate
Our extreme emotions all have quieter counterparts, which help us. If we listen carefully to ourselves, then we can work out what these quiet emotions
Estrangement and belonging
If you have had an argument or a row with members of your family, then you may be familiar with the concept of estrangement. We
How do I help someone who is depressed and demotivated?
Part of mental illness is the constant struggle with motivation. Sometimes it seems as though the stuffing has been knocked out of you. This is
Digging yourself out of the hole
I’ve helped lots of people with depression, and have been through a couple of serious episodes myself. One thing I have learned is that however
