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Depression and Social Isolation

Prosper Health Collective

How Depression impacts Social Connection Depression often leads to social isolation as people who are feeling depressed tend to withdraw from interacting with others. This withdrawal can exacerbate feelings of loneliness and further contribute to depressive symptoms, causing a vicious cycle.

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Make a difference: how we can help older people cope with depression

Social Care

"[We] developed a series of short, animated videos aimed at people with little prior knowledge of [how to support older people with depression]." Depression is a common condition, one which can have a real impact on older adults’ wellbeing. The most important experts in this project were older people themselves.

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Emotional Intelligence Mastery: A Guide To Elevate Your Inner Strength For Well-Being

Blurt It Out

In the complex landscape of mental health, emotional intelligence serves as a guiding light, offering solace and resilience to those navigating the challenges of depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. It enables us to recognize and understand our own emotions and those of others, fostering empathy and compassion.

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GuestPost: Surviving a Major Bipolar Depressive Episode and Finding a Purpose in my Life by Becky Rowland

Bipolar Bandit

I had mental illness episodes of extreme anxiety, depression, mania, and psychosis at different times from 1983-1992. In 2016, I started receiving disability benefits for bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder. Major Depressive Episode In December of 2021, I had a major depressive episode.

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Finding Hope and Healing: 71 Powerful Bible Verses about Depression and Anxiety in Social Work

Social Work Haven

Interestingly, I find myself embarking on a unique journey of faith and healing where I explore Bible verses about depression (KJV) within the realm of social work. Depression and anxiety can be isolating experiences, often leaving individuals feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. What Bible verse should you read when depressed?

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Self-Care for Mental Health, Learn to Love Yourself

Psychological Health Care

Stress Reduction: Psychological Impact: Chronic stress can lead to various mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression. Burnout is associated with a range of mental health issues, including anxiety and depression. Counselling Perspective: Psychologists encourage patients to engage in reflective practices.

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Authentic Beauty – Reflections for Women Social Workers

R.E.A.L. Social Workers

When we spend time comparing ourselves to others, we fill space with hurtful thoughts, feelings and beliefs that lead to anxiety, depression, and stress. In this blog post we are going to talk about the comparisons and behaviors that cause anxiety, depression and stress. Social workers are ethically obligated to engage in self-care.