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Depression & Anxiety: 10 Reasons to Give Talk Therapy a Chance
Depression and anxiety are a common health issue affecting many individuals globally. In the last five decades, treatment has advanced in developed nations. Not much research has been done to fill the gap that still exists to enhance its treatment. People opt to visit psychiatrists for medication while others choose to try talking therapy first because of their reasons. It is essential to treat the symptoms as soon as possible. If you have depression or anxiety, consider trying out talk therapy because of the following ten reasons. A New Perspective on Your Friends and Family One need to learn more about themselves and what makes them upset as this is vital in mental health. Talk therapy teaches one about signs and symptoms of depression, which may help in recognizing similar behavior patterns in others and familiarize with them. If someone you know is exhibiting signs of depression or anxiety, you will be able to recognize them after having been in talk therapy yourself. Understanding that you are not Alone in This Fight Many people who deal with depression and anxiety think they are alone. Talking about your feelings with a therapist will quickly make one realize that they are not alone. Some people with depression or anxiety often feel like there is nobody that they can turn to. However, by trying out talk therapy, one will quickly realize there are some people out there that have dealt with the same things and can help you deal with them too. You will not have to Keep Self-medicating to Cope Self-medicating to feel better should not be a priority. Many people avoid seeing a profession and turn to drugs to postpone their depression. This move worsens their situation. Alcohol is extremely detrimental to people with depression and anxiety. Alcohol is a downer and downers should be avoided. One should talk about their problems and avoid self-medication. The opportunity to hear an objective perspective on your life Getting life advice close ones are an excellent way to begin. Nevertheless, what you need is a person to give you some perspective on your life. A therapist fits because they are trained to be neutral and objective and will assist with coming up with great strategies to handle yourself. Asking your friends for advice should be avoided since they can misguide you. A good therapist will always tell you the truth and will do everything to relieve your depression and anxiety symptoms. Therapy will help you in the long run, not just short-term People suffering from depression or anxiety commonly takes talk therapy for immediate relief. Talk therapy is extremely beneficial in moments of crisis and therapists can help you during these moments. However, people do not know that talk therapy can help set you up with good mental health for the better. Many of the coping techniques learned will help you in the future. By going to talk therapy and learning about what triggers you, you will be able to avoid situations that might negatively affect your mental health. Therapy can help you overcome fears and insecurities Many people deal with their fears and insecurities of their own. One of the biggest benefits of talk therapy is it provides strategies for handling these fears and insecurities which get worse with time. Talk therapy allows you to tell a therapist about some of your fears and advise you how to deal with them. Do not be afraid to admit to your therapist what makes you afraid and they will give you better suggestions.

Identify your triggers and learn healthy ways to cope with them If you suffer from depression, chances are you have experienced an episode where something triggered you, sending you into an emotional spiral. A therapist can help you identify the triggers that hurt you and work on ways to cope with them. You will never figure out healthy ways to cope with them when you try by yourself, leading you to self-medicate or lash out loved ones. Being held accountable for your goals Sometimes we set ambitious goals for ourselves, only to fail at accomplishing. However, it does not have to be like that! With an objective therapist, they back you accomplish your goals. People with depression and anxiety, struggle with their goals. With talk therapy, you have someone to hold you accountable. This may seem like a negative thing at first, but they are not. Having someone that is on your side and understands your goals will help you in making the right decisions. Being listened to help you become a good listener Many people with depression and anxiety lack people to listen to them effectively. A talk therapist will help you have someone that cares. By understanding how valuable listening is when it comes to talking to close ones, you will become a better listener. Staying focused on conversations will also help you become a better listener. Never underestimate the power of listening. Good mental health leads to good overall health Good mental health is something that we are all striving for as it leads to good overall health. By starting talk therapy, you will begin mental healing. As a result, your heart, stamina and blood pressure will also improve, leading to a healthier life. All this healing begins with seeing a talk therapist. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, or both, talk therapy is a proven method for helping change behaviors and thought patterns, and will heal you in the process. Making that first appointment is tough, but once you get started, your mental health and overall health will vastly improve.

How to Manage Stress
Stress comes when one perceives that the demands placed on them such as work, relationships, and other things surpass their ability to cope. An extreme amount of stress is dangerous and can lead to health complications. When left untreated, acute stress can lead to insomnia, high blood pressure, anxiety and a weakened immune system. Effective management of stress helps the affected one to break the hold of the stress and thus achieve the ultimate goal of life, which is a balanced life, good relationships with people, relaxation and having fun. To reduce and efficiently manage the stress levels, studies have shown that the following techniques can be beneficial. Taking a break from the stressor seems to be difficult, but it is the first thing one should do. It is important not to avoid the stress, but it is helpful to take some time and take care of yourself. Exercising benefits both the mind and the body. It has the long-term benefits in mitigating the amount of stress. One should try as much as they can to smile and laugh. Our brains are interconnected with our facial expressions and emotions. Thus, a simple smile or laugh can relieve most of this tension and at least make the situation better. One should also be willing to get social support from friends and close ones. Sharing one's concerns and feelings with others helps to relieve the stress. It is essential also that the one a person decides to share their concerns with can be trusted. Lastly, meditation can help the mind to relax and focus. Mediation can help a person to see a new perspective on things, forgive and develop self-compassion. When meditating, a person can relieve emotions and feelings that have been causing them physical stress.

How to Know when you're in a Dead End Relationship and When to Let Go
A healthy relationship is one in which the loved ones are both concerned about the well-being of their partners. Everybody would wish to be in such a relationship. Most people in relationships know that there is something wrong, but they keep on hanging tough. A dead-end relationship can be compared to a road that leads nowhere. Some signs indicate that one is in such a relationship and one need to spot these cautious signs and make a U-turn for the sake of their life. Many partners in these days stay in relationships that have already expired but with hopes that things might change someday. Many things make relationships to surpass this expiration dates. They include; embarrassment about a potential foreseen breakup, the fear of one being alone and stress about the plans they had already made. Even though fundamental disagreements are a common thing in a relationship, fighting over the same thing a couple of times is an indication that things are not working out. Thinking about the fate of your relationship repeatedly is a sign of a dead end. In a healthy relationship, the good things should not be overshadowed by the frequently constant thoughts of a dead relationship. Thinking more about the negative stuff than the good things spices up a breakup. Relationships that are foreseen to succeed usually have a positive light and have more sunshine than rain. Inadequate communication is often a sign of a struggling relationship which when not addressed may lead to mistrust and eventually a breakup. Mistrust oblige partners to involve in unbinding moves such as snooping or even cheating as a payback mechanism. Physical cheating most of the time starts with emotional dishonest when one of the partners start feeling that they do not need to explain all of their activities. Many partners stay in these unhealthy relationships for financial reasons among many other reasons. One thing they do not know is that it is harming them psychologically. Letting go is a wise decision. It makes one regain the strength they deserve to handle other essential issues. — Preceding unsigned comment added by Ynotk (talk • contribs) 21:49, 17 June 2018 (UTC)