How Do You Overcome Barriers To Self-Care & Depression?
Self-care includes important personal hygiene-related activities like brushing teeth, combing hair, getting dressed appropriately in clean clothing, eating well and exercising. Depression affects self-esteem. According to “The Antidepressant Skills Workbook” by Dr. Dan Bilsker, R.Psych. and Dr. Randy Paterson, R.Psych., depression patients often criticize themselves excessively. This can lead to a cycle of neglecting self-care, feeling guilty and becoming more self-critical. Self-care and other lifestyle factors like having a good social support system can help people recover from depression and set a good foundation for avoiding a relapse later in life. Pay a visit to your physician or a licensed mental health professional for a diagnosis of depression. It is important to seek help from a professional before trying to engage in self-care, because depression is not easy to diagnose and treat alone. According to “The Antidepressant Skills Workbook,” it is difficult to diagnose depressio
